Ala. Code § 45-50-242.08: Vacancies in Office.

If the office of tax assessor or tax collector should become vacant after the passage of this subpart and before the time of ratification of this subpart by the electors of Monroe County, this subpart shall be implemented immediately and the election shall be called within 45 days of the vacancy, or at the time specified in this subpart if less than 45 days following the vacancy.