Can I Still Be Evicted in Alabama During the COVID-19 Pandemic?

There is currently no eviction ban for most tenants in Alabama.

If you are facing eviction, you can call Legal Services Alabama at 1-866-456-4995 for legal help or apply online HERE. 

• Find more information on the eviction process here and here.

• If you are a homeowner facing foreclosure, find more information here. 

• You must file an answer within 7 days (of the date you are served) if an eviction is filed against you. 
• Here is a sample answer form.

• Courts in Alabama have started having in-person hearings again. This varies by county. 
• Many courts are also holding virtual eviction hearings by video conferencing services like Zoom. 
• You should receive a notice from the court of your hearing date. 
  • The notice should say if your hearing is in-person or virtual.
  • If it is in-person, it should tell you where to go. 
  • If it is virtual, you should have information on how to join the virtual hearing. 
  • Call your county courthouse if you have questions.

If you are facing eviction - have received a notice, court papers, or think you'll be behind on your rent - call Legal Services Alabama at 1-866-456-4995 or apply online HERE.