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Allen instruction in Alabama

9 Alabama opinions name it 4 courts 1958–2010 0 in the last five years

The cases below were cited by Alabama courts in a sentence that names this issue. Sides come from how each citing opinion treated the case (Syfertize flag on that citation), so a case can appear on both: that is where the law is contested. A red or yellow chip is the case's own overall treatment.

Followed or applied (13)

CaseFollowedCited
Nance by and Through Nance v. Matthewsgreen
ala · 1993 · cited in 1 Alabama opinions naming this issue, 2008–2008
1 sentence

2008The trial court denied the postjudgment motion, and this appeal followed. 3 Standard of Revieiv The trial court granted Allen’s motion to dismiss the Board’s complaint on the basis that the Board did not have standing to enforce § 36 — 25—9(c), Ala.Code 1975. “ ‘The standard of review of the grant of a motion to dismiss ... was set out in Nance v. Matthews, 622 So.2d 297, 299 (Ala.1993): “ ‘ “On appeal, a dismissal is not entitled to a presumption of correctness.

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Nix v. Stategreen
alacrimapp · 1999 · cited in 1 Alabama opinions naming this issue, 2007–2007
1 sentence

2007In his discourse regarding the State’s failure to offer certified copies to prove his prior convictions, Allen asserts in his brief that, “[Allen] shows in the record, he only stipulates to the fact of two prior felonies, this does not in no way negate the prior notice burden of the State.” (Allen’s brief at p. 7.) Contrary to Allen’s assertion, this Court has stated the following: “ ‘ “The admission by a defendant of a prior conviction constitutes proper proof to enhance that defendant’s sentence under the Habitual Offender Act.” ’ Nix v. State, 747 So.2d 351, 357 (Ala.Crim.App.1999) (quoting

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Brown v. Stategreen
alacrimapp · 2000 · cited in 1 Alabama opinions naming this issue, 2007–2007
1 sentence

2007In his discourse regarding the State’s failure to offer certified copies to prove his prior convictions, Allen asserts in his brief that, “[Allen] shows in the record, he only stipulates to the fact of two prior felonies, this does not in no way negate the prior notice burden of the State.” (Allen’s brief at p. 7.) Contrary to Allen’s assertion, this Court has stated the following: “ ‘ “The admission by a defendant of a prior conviction constitutes proper proof to enhance that defendant’s sentence under the Habitual Offender Act.” ’ Nix v. State, 747 So.2d 351, 357 (Ala.Crim.App.1999) (quoting

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Daniel v. Stategreen
alacrimapp · 1993 · cited in 1 Alabama opinions naming this issue, 2007–2007
1 sentence

2007In his discourse regarding the State’s failure to offer certified copies to prove his prior convictions, Allen asserts in his brief that, “[Allen] shows in the record, he only stipulates to the fact of two prior felonies, this does not in no way negate the prior notice burden of the State.” (Allen’s brief at p. 7.) Contrary to Allen’s assertion, this Court has stated the following: “ ‘ “The admission by a defendant of a prior conviction constitutes proper proof to enhance that defendant’s sentence under the Habitual Offender Act.” ’ Nix v. State, 747 So.2d 351, 357 (Ala.Crim.App.1999) (quoting

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Martin v. Stategreen
alacrimapp · 1996 · cited in 1 Alabama opinions naming this issue, 2007–2007
2 sentences

2007In his discourse regarding the State’s failure to offer certified copies to prove his prior convictions, Allen asserts in his brief that, “[Allen] shows in the record, he only stipulates to the fact of two prior felonies, this does not in no way negate the prior notice burden of the State.” (Allen’s brief at p. 7.) Contrary to Allen’s assertion, this Court has stated the following: “ ‘ “The admission by a defendant of a prior conviction constitutes proper proof to enhance that defendant’s sentence under the Habitual Offender Act.” ’ Nix v. State, 747 So.2d 351, 357 (Ala.Crim.App.1999) (quoting

2007See also Martin v. State, 687 So.2d 1253, 1256 (Ala.Crim.App.1996); Hayes v. State, 647 So.2d 11 (Ala.Crim.App.1994); Connolly v. State, 602 So.2d 452 (Ala.1992); Tatum v. State, 607 So.2d 383 (Ala.Crim.App.1992); Loftin v. City of Montgomery, 480 So.2d 603 (Ala.Crim.App.1985); Burrell v. State, 429 So.2d 636 (Ala.Crim.App.1982).

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Howell Pipeline Co. v. Terra Resourcesgreen
ala · 1984 · cited in 1 Alabama opinions naming this issue, 1994–1994
1 sentence

1994In Martin v. First Federal Savings & Loan Association of Andalusia, 559 So.2d 1075, 1079 (Ala.1990), this Court stated: “In Howell Pipeline Co. v. Terra Resources, Inc., 454 So.2d 1353, 1356 (Ala. 1984), we noted the development of a three-pronged test by which the trial court can review a motion for a preliminary injunction: “ ‘(1) “ ■ ■ • if [the trial judge] finds that the party has presented a fair question as to the existence of the right to be protected, and further finds that temporary interference to preserve the status quo is convenient and expedient, then he may exercise his discreti

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Martin v. FIRST FEDERAL SAV. & LOANgreen
ala · 1990 · cited in 1 Alabama opinions naming this issue, 1994–1994
1 sentence

1994In Martin v. First Federal Savings & Loan Association of Andalusia, 559 So.2d 1075, 1079 (Ala.1990), this Court stated: “In Howell Pipeline Co. v. Terra Resources, Inc., 454 So.2d 1353, 1356 (Ala. 1984), we noted the development of a three-pronged test by which the trial court can review a motion for a preliminary injunction: “ ‘(1) “ ■ ■ • if [the trial judge] finds that the party has presented a fair question as to the existence of the right to be protected, and further finds that temporary interference to preserve the status quo is convenient and expedient, then he may exercise his discreti

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Mallory v. Stategreen
ark · 1920 · cited in 1 Alabama opinions naming this issue, 1958–1958
2 sentences

1958Cases which tend to support the remarks of the trial judge in this appeal as to expense are: Hannon v. State, 70 Wis. 448 , 36 N.W. 1 (“The county ought not to be subjected to the costs of another trial, if it can be avoided.”) ; also Secor v. State, 118 Wis. 621 , 95 N.W. 942 ; Johnson v. State, 60 Ark. 45 , 28 S.W. 792, 793 (jury out 58 hours — “This case has been a great expense to the county * * * and it ought to be decided; and, while I do not ask you to yield any question of conscience, you must not be obstinate * * * ”); Mallory v. State, 141 Ark. 496 , 217 S.W. 482, 483 (special judg-e

1958Cases which tend to support the remarks of the trial judge in this appeal as to expense are: Hannon v. State, 70 Wis. 448 , 36 N.W. 1 (“The county ought not to be subjected to the costs of another trial, if it can be avoided.”) ; also Secor v. State, 118 Wis. 621 , 95 N.W. 942 ; Johnson v. State, 60 Ark. 45 , 28 S.W. 792, 793 (jury out 58 hours — “This case has been a great expense to the county * * * and it ought to be decided; and, while I do not ask you to yield any question of conscience, you must not be obstinate * * * ”); Mallory v. State, 141 Ark. 496 , 217 S.W. 482, 483 (special judg-e

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McLendon v. Stategreen
ga · 1949 · cited in 1 Alabama opinions naming this issue, 1958–1958
2 sentences

1958Cases which tend to support the remarks of the trial judge in this appeal as to expense are: Hannon v. State, 70 Wis. 448 , 36 N.W. 1 (“The county ought not to be subjected to the costs of another trial, if it can be avoided.”) ; also Secor v. State, 118 Wis. 621 , 95 N.W. 942 ; Johnson v. State, 60 Ark. 45 , 28 S.W. 792, 793 (jury out 58 hours — “This case has been a great expense to the county * * * and it ought to be decided; and, while I do not ask you to yield any question of conscience, you must not be obstinate * * * ”); Mallory v. State, 141 Ark. 496 , 217 S.W. 482, 483 (special judg-e

1958Cases which tend to support the remarks of the trial judge in this appeal as to expense are: Hannon v. State, 70 Wis. 448 , 36 N.W. 1 (“The county ought not to be subjected to the costs of another trial, if it can be avoided.”) ; also Secor v. State, 118 Wis. 621 , 95 N.W. 942 ; Johnson v. State, 60 Ark. 45 , 28 S.W. 792, 793 (jury out 58 hours — “This case has been a great expense to the county * * * and it ought to be decided; and, while I do not ask you to yield any question of conscience, you must not be obstinate * * * ”); Mallory v. State, 141 Ark. 496 , 217 S.W. 482, 483 (special judg-e

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Roper v. Holbrookgreen
gactapp · 1948 · cited in 1 Alabama opinions naming this issue, 1958–1958
2 sentences

1958Cases which tend to support the remarks of the trial judge in this appeal as to expense are: Hannon v. State, 70 Wis. 448 , 36 N.W. 1 (“The county ought not to be subjected to the costs of another trial, if it can be avoided.”) ; also Secor v. State, 118 Wis. 621 , 95 N.W. 942 ; Johnson v. State, 60 Ark. 45 , 28 S.W. 792, 793 (jury out 58 hours — “This case has been a great expense to the county * * * and it ought to be decided; and, while I do not ask you to yield any question of conscience, you must not be obstinate * * * ”); Mallory v. State, 141 Ark. 496 , 217 S.W. 482, 483 (special judg-e

1958Cases which tend to support the remarks of the trial judge in this appeal as to expense are: Hannon v. State, 70 Wis. 448 , 36 N.W. 1 (“The county ought not to be subjected to the costs of another trial, if it can be avoided.”) ; also Secor v. State, 118 Wis. 621 , 95 N.W. 942 ; Johnson v. State, 60 Ark. 45 , 28 S.W. 792, 793 (jury out 58 hours — “This case has been a great expense to the county * * * and it ought to be decided; and, while I do not ask you to yield any question of conscience, you must not be obstinate * * * ”); Mallory v. State, 141 Ark. 496 , 217 S.W. 482, 483 (special judg-e

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Wolin v. United Statesgreen
ca4 · 1954 · cited in 1 Alabama opinions naming this issue, 1958–1958
2 sentences

1958See Wolin v. United States, 4 Cir., 211 F.2d 770 , for an example of the use of the Allen instruction.

1958See Wolin v. United States, 4 Cir., 211 F.2d 770 , for an example of the use of the Allen instruction.

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Johnson v. Stategreen
ark · 1894 · cited in 1 Alabama opinions naming this issue, 1958–1958
2 sentences

1958Cases which tend to support the remarks of the trial judge in this appeal as to expense are: Hannon v. State, 70 Wis. 448 , 36 N.W. 1 (“The county ought not to be subjected to the costs of another trial, if it can be avoided.”) ; also Secor v. State, 118 Wis. 621 , 95 N.W. 942 ; Johnson v. State, 60 Ark. 45 , 28 S.W. 792, 793 (jury out 58 hours — “This case has been a great expense to the county * * * and it ought to be decided; and, while I do not ask you to yield any question of conscience, you must not be obstinate * * * ”); Mallory v. State, 141 Ark. 496 , 217 S.W. 482, 483 (special judg-e

1958Cases which tend to support the remarks of the trial judge in this appeal as to expense are: Hannon v. State, 70 Wis. 448 , 36 N.W. 1 (“The county ought not to be subjected to the costs of another trial, if it can be avoided.”) ; also Secor v. State, 118 Wis. 621 , 95 N.W. 942 ; Johnson v. State, 60 Ark. 45 , 28 S.W. 792, 793 (jury out 58 hours — “This case has been a great expense to the county * * * and it ought to be decided; and, while I do not ask you to yield any question of conscience, you must not be obstinate * * * ”); Mallory v. State, 141 Ark. 496 , 217 S.W. 482, 483 (special judg-e

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State v. Rogersgreen
kan · 1896 · cited in 1 Alabama opinions naming this issue, 1958–1958
2 sentences

1958Cases which tend to support the remarks of the trial judge in this appeal as to expense are: Hannon v. State, 70 Wis. 448 , 36 N.W. 1 (“The county ought not to be subjected to the costs of another trial, if it can be avoided.”) ; also Secor v. State, 118 Wis. 621 , 95 N.W. 942 ; Johnson v. State, 60 Ark. 45 , 28 S.W. 792, 793 (jury out 58 hours — “This case has been a great expense to the county * * * and it ought to be decided; and, while I do not ask you to yield any question of conscience, you must not be obstinate * * * ”); Mallory v. State, 141 Ark. 496 , 217 S.W. 482, 483 (special judg-e

1958Cases which tend to support the remarks of the trial judge in this appeal as to expense are: Hannon v. State, 70 Wis. 448 , 36 N.W. 1 (“The county ought not to be subjected to the costs of another trial, if it can be avoided.”) ; also Secor v. State, 118 Wis. 621 , 95 N.W. 942 ; Johnson v. State, 60 Ark. 45 , 28 S.W. 792, 793 (jury out 58 hours — “This case has been a great expense to the county * * * and it ought to be decided; and, while I do not ask you to yield any question of conscience, you must not be obstinate * * * ”); Mallory v. State, 141 Ark. 496 , 217 S.W. 482, 483 (special judg-e

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Distinguished, questioned or overruled (0)

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Also cited on this issue (15)

CaseCitedYears
Hicks v. Alabama Pest Services, Inc. green
ala · 1989
2 sentences

2010Accordingly, because the summary judgment in favor of EBMC did not become a *909 final, appealable judgment upon its certification as a final judgment pursuant to Rule 54(b) if Allen's challenge to that certification is meritorious, see Schlarb, and, hence, his appeal would be timely with respect to that summary judgment if his challenge to that certification is meritorious, id., I would address the merits of Allen's challenge to the validity of the Rule 54(b) certification of the summary judgment in favor of EBMC and, if it were determined that that certification was invalid, I would address

2010Accordingly, because the summary judgment in favor of EBMC did not become a final, appealable judgment upon its certification as a final judgment pursuant to Rule 54(b) if Allen’s challenge to that certification is meritorious, see Schlarb, and, hence, his appeal would be timely with respect to that summary judgment if his challenge to that certification is meritorious, id., I would address the merits of Allen’s challenge to the validity of the Rule 54(b) certification of the summary judgment in favor of EBMC and, if it were determined that that certification was invalid, I would address the m

12010–2010
Hayes v. State green
alacrimapp · 1994
1 sentence

2007See also Martin v. State, 687 So.2d 1253, 1256 (Ala.Crim.App.1996); Hayes v. State, 647 So.2d 11 (Ala.Crim.App.1994); Connolly v. State, 602 So.2d 452 (Ala.1992); Tatum v. State, 607 So.2d 383 (Ala.Crim.App.1992); Loftin v. City of Montgomery, 480 So.2d 603 (Ala.Crim.App.1985); Burrell v. State, 429 So.2d 636 (Ala.Crim.App.1982).

12007–2007
Tatum v. State green
alacrimapp · 1992
1 sentence

2007See also Martin v. State, 687 So.2d 1253, 1256 (Ala.Crim.App.1996); Hayes v. State, 647 So.2d 11 (Ala.Crim.App.1994); Connolly v. State, 602 So.2d 452 (Ala.1992); Tatum v. State, 607 So.2d 383 (Ala.Crim.App.1992); Loftin v. City of Montgomery, 480 So.2d 603 (Ala.Crim.App.1985); Burrell v. State, 429 So.2d 636 (Ala.Crim.App.1982).

12007–2007
Ex Parte State green
ala · 1992
1 sentence

2007See also Martin v. State, 687 So.2d 1253, 1256 (Ala.Crim.App.1996); Hayes v. State, 647 So.2d 11 (Ala.Crim.App.1994); Connolly v. State, 602 So.2d 452 (Ala.1992); Tatum v. State, 607 So.2d 383 (Ala.Crim.App.1992); Loftin v. City of Montgomery, 480 So.2d 603 (Ala.Crim.App.1985); Burrell v. State, 429 So.2d 636 (Ala.Crim.App.1982).

12007–2007
Loftin v. City of Montgomery neutral
alacrimapp · 1985
1 sentence

2007See also Martin v. State, 687 So.2d 1253, 1256 (Ala.Crim.App.1996); Hayes v. State, 647 So.2d 11 (Ala.Crim.App.1994); Connolly v. State, 602 So.2d 452 (Ala.1992); Tatum v. State, 607 So.2d 383 (Ala.Crim.App.1992); Loftin v. City of Montgomery, 480 So.2d 603 (Ala.Crim.App.1985); Burrell v. State, 429 So.2d 636 (Ala.Crim.App.1982).

12007–2007
Burrell v. State green
alacrimapp · 1982
1 sentence

2007See also Martin v. State, 687 So.2d 1253, 1256 (Ala.Crim.App.1996); Hayes v. State, 647 So.2d 11 (Ala.Crim.App.1994); Connolly v. State, 602 So.2d 452 (Ala.1992); Tatum v. State, 607 So.2d 383 (Ala.Crim.App.1992); Loftin v. City of Montgomery, 480 So.2d 603 (Ala.Crim.App.1985); Burrell v. State, 429 So.2d 636 (Ala.Crim.App.1982).

12007–2007
Allen v. State green
alacrimapp · 2001
1 sentence

2002This would place circuit courts in the untenable position of either having to wait a long period of time before issuing rulings on pro se petitions on the chance that a petitioner may have mailed an amendment to the petitions, or having to set aside rulings, perhaps on a frequent basis, whenever they receive an amendment after a ruling has been issued, if the pertinent document indicates that it was given to prison officials for mailing before the ruling." 825 So.2d at 268 .

12002–2002
Boothby Realty Co. v. Haygood green
ala · 1959
2 sentences

1986Molton argues that probable cause can be found to exist in the present action based on the trial court's denial, in the first action, of Mrs. Allen's motion for summary judgment and its initial denial of her motion for directed verdict, citing Boothby Realty Co. v. Haywood , 269 Ala. 549 , 114 So.2d 555 (1959).

1986Molton argues that probable cause can be found to exist in the present action based on the trial court's denial, in the first action, of Mrs. Allen's motion for summary judgment and its initial denial of her motion for directed verdict, citing Boothby Realty Co. v. Haywood , 269 Ala. 549 , 114 So.2d 555 (1959).

11986–1986
Jewell v. Jackson & Whitsitt Cotton Co. green
ala · 1976
1 sentence

1986Cf. Jewell v. Jackson Whitsitt Cotton Co. , 331 So.2d 623 (Ala. 1976).

11986–1986
Ex Parte Snider neutral
ala · 1981
1 sentence

1984When we view the evidence in the light most favorable to the State, as we are required to do, see Snider v. State , 406 So.2d 1008 , 1012 (Ala.Cr.App.), cert. denied, 406 So.2d 1015 (Ala. 1981), the State's case was more than sufficient to prove that Allen and Stringer set out to find and kill Andrews on the night in question, and that Andrews was in fact shot by Stringer following Allen's instruction.

11984–1984
Snider v. State green
alacrimapp · 1981
1 sentence

1984When we view the evidence in the light most favorable to the State, as we are required to do, see Snider v. State , 406 So.2d 1008 , 1012 (Ala.Cr.App.), cert. denied, 406 So.2d 1015 (Ala. 1981), the State's case was more than sufficient to prove that Allen and Stringer set out to find and kill Andrews on the night in question, and that Andrews was in fact shot by Stringer following Allen's instruction.

11984–1984
Foster v. Foster green
alacivapp · 1981
1 sentence

1983We do not consider the contempt decree, since it was not brought here by petition for writ of certiorari, Foster v. Foster , 409 So.2d 833 (Ala.Civ.App. 1981), nor addressed in Allen's brief.

11983–1983
Boshell v. Keith green
ala · 1982
1 sentence

1983Boshell v. Keith , 418 So.2d 89 (Ala. 1982).

11983–1983
Hannon v. State green
wis · 1888
2 sentences

1958Cases which tend to support the remarks of the trial judge in this appeal as to expense are: Hannon v. State, 70 Wis. 448 , 36 N.W. 1 (“The county ought not to be subjected to the costs of another trial, if it can be avoided.”) ; also Secor v. State, 118 Wis. 621 , 95 N.W. 942 ; Johnson v. State, 60 Ark. 45 , 28 S.W. 792, 793 (jury out 58 hours — “This case has been a great expense to the county * * * and it ought to be decided; and, while I do not ask you to yield any question of conscience, you must not be obstinate * * * ”); Mallory v. State, 141 Ark. 496 , 217 S.W. 482, 483 (special judg-e

1958Cases which tend to support the remarks of the trial judge in this appeal as to expense are: Hannon v. State, 70 Wis. 448 , 36 N.W. 1 (“The county ought not to be subjected to the costs of another trial, if it can be avoided.”) ; also Secor v. State, 118 Wis. 621 , 95 N.W. 942 ; Johnson v. State, 60 Ark. 45 , 28 S.W. 792, 793 (jury out 58 hours — “This case has been a great expense to the county * * * and it ought to be decided; and, while I do not ask you to yield any question of conscience, you must not be obstinate * * * ”); Mallory v. State, 141 Ark. 496 , 217 S.W. 482, 483 (special judg-e

11958–1958
Secor v. State green
wis · 1903
2 sentences

1958Cases which tend to support the remarks of the trial judge in this appeal as to expense are: Hannon v. State, 70 Wis. 448 , 36 N.W. 1 (“The county ought not to be subjected to the costs of another trial, if it can be avoided.”) ; also Secor v. State, 118 Wis. 621 , 95 N.W. 942 ; Johnson v. State, 60 Ark. 45 , 28 S.W. 792, 793 (jury out 58 hours — “This case has been a great expense to the county * * * and it ought to be decided; and, while I do not ask you to yield any question of conscience, you must not be obstinate * * * ”); Mallory v. State, 141 Ark. 496 , 217 S.W. 482, 483 (special judg-e

1958Cases which tend to support the remarks of the trial judge in this appeal as to expense are: Hannon v. State, 70 Wis. 448 , 36 N.W. 1 (“The county ought not to be subjected to the costs of another trial, if it can be avoided.”) ; also Secor v. State, 118 Wis. 621 , 95 N.W. 942 ; Johnson v. State, 60 Ark. 45 , 28 S.W. 792, 793 (jury out 58 hours — “This case has been a great expense to the county * * * and it ought to be decided; and, while I do not ask you to yield any question of conscience, you must not be obstinate * * * ”); Mallory v. State, 141 Ark. 496 , 217 S.W. 482, 483 (special judg-e

11958–1958

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