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Terms Used In Alabama Code 26-17-635

  • Dismissal: The dropping of a case by the judge without further consideration or hearing. Source:

The court may issue an order dismissing a proceeding commenced under this chapter for want of prosecution only without prejudice. An order of dismissal for want of prosecution purportedly with prejudice is void and has only the effect of a dismissal without prejudice.