Audit
Alabama Department of Examiners of Public Accounts
EPA
72/100
Summary
The Alabama Chief Examiner of Public Accounts heads an independent legislative agency that audits state and county offices. The Chief Examiner is appointed by the Legislative Committee on Public Accounts to a seven-year term.
Independence Scorecard
72/100
Moderate
Methodology v0.1
| Appointment | Legislative appointment |
|---|---|
| Term length | 7 years |
| Removal standard | For cause only |
| Budget independence | Legislative line item |
| Subpoena power | Yes |
| Compel testimony | Yes |
| Records access | Full access |
| Public reports required | Yes |
| Pre-publication review | None — reports published directly |
Statute
- Name
- Code of Alabama 1975, Title 41, Chapter 5A — Department of Examiners of Public Accounts
- Citation
- Ala. Code §§ 41-5A-1 to 41-5A-23
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
State and county offices, agencies, and departments receiving public funds