Visitors to the Tallapoosa County Courthouse who wish to complete a business transaction are now required to present proof of citizenship before any transaction can take place.
Section 30 of the Alabama immigration law HB 2010-56 prohibits anyone from entering into a business transaction with an undocumented immigrant. Violation of the law results in a Class C felony.
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