Ala. Code §§ 35-11-72, 35-11-96 § 35-11-96
Satisfaction of Claims for Rent and Advances.
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No part of any crop levied on under the provisions of this division shall be removed from the premises on which it was raised until all claims for rent and advances for the current year have been satisfied.
Under Ala. Code §§ 35-11-72 and 35-11-96, any crop that has been subjected to a lien levy must remain on the property where it was grown until all outstanding rent and advance claims for that crop year have been fully paid or otherwise satisfied. This rule prevents crops from being moved off the land before the landlord's financial claims against them are resolved. The provision applies specifically to agricultural tenancy situations where crops serve as security for rent and advance obligations.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Ala. Code §§ 35-11-72 and 35-11-96, landlords holding liens on crops generally ensure that no portion of a levied crop is transported off the premises before all rent and advance claims for the current year are cleared. Compliant operators typically document when claims are satisfied before permitting crop removal. Maintaining clear records of lien status and payment receipts helps demonstrate that the conditions of this provision have been met.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Ala. Code §§ 35-11-72 and 35-11-96 establish that a tenant's crops subject to a levy cannot lawfully be removed from the property until rent and advance obligations for the year are settled, which also means the landlord's lien rights are tied to that same satisfaction requirement. Tenants in agricultural arrangements may want to understand how this provision affects their ability to sell or transport harvested crops. Tenant-rights organizations or legal aid services familiar with Alabama agricultural tenancy law can help explain how this provision applies in various circumstances.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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