Audit Laws
State Summary
Alabama does not require post-election audits.
Voting Systems Used
As of 2020, Alabama primarily uses hand marked paper ballots and optical scanners in polling places statewide, with ballot marking devices for accessibility. For the most up to date information please visit Verified Voting’s Verifier.
For an explanation on the types of voting equipment used, click here.
Audit Comprehensiveness
Alabama does not require post-election audits.
Transparency
Alabama does not require post-election audits.
Audit Counting Method
Alabama does not require post-election audits.
Type Of Audit Units
Alabama does not require post-election audits.
Contests & Issues Audited
Alabama does not require post-election audits.
Addressing Discrepancies
Alabama does not require post-election audits. For recount laws, see: Citizens for Election Integrity Minnesota website.
Timeline
Alabama does not require post-election audits.
Binding On Official Outcomes
Alabama does not require post-election audits.
Oversight & Conduct
Alabama does not require post-election audits.
Ballot Protection
After completing and signing the certificate of result, the election officials shall roll up, label and seal the ballots, certificates, and other records. They must then be sent, in the same box from which they were taken and counted, to the returning officer (Sheriff). For more information see, Ala. Code § 17-12-14.
Additional Targeted Samples
Alabama does not require post-election audits.
Resources
Alabama does not have post-election audit laws.