Is Alabama a “stop and identify” state?
Short Answer: Yes, but only in limited circumstances.
Explanation: Alabama has a stop-and-identify law, but it does not allow police to stop every person and demand identification at random. The officer must have reasonable suspicion of a felony or public offense. The United States Supreme Court in Hiibel v. Sixth Judicial District Court of Nevada upheld a stop-and-identify requirement when it is tied to a valid investigative detention.
