Alabama Attorney CE audits & penalties
What happens if a attorney misses CE requirements in Alabama, and how the board checks compliance — sourced from the official board.
Alabama MCLE rules impose $100 fees: a late-compliance fee for attorneys deemed noncompliant, a late-filing fee for certifying the annual report after the Feb 15 deadline, and a late-reporting fee for failing to timely complete or report an approved deficiency plan. Deficiency plans may earn credits through Mar 15, with extensions (good cause, plus $100) granted no later than Apr 1.Verify with board
How compliance is checked
No audit process appears in the available data. Keep your certificates regardless — boards can request proof of completion at renewal or during an investigation.
Official source: Alabama Judicial System (MCLE Rules Reg. 8)
Related
- Full requirements: Alabama Attorney CE requirements
- When it's due: Alabama Attorney license renewal deadline
- Know what counts: Alabama Attorney CE category requirements
- What it costs: Alabama Attorney license renewal fees
⚠️Don't learn this the hard way. Penalties are set by the board and can change — verify against the official source before relying on this summary.
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