Contracts
Under Alabama law, a contract signed by a minor (under age 19) is generally:
AVoid and completely unenforceable
BVoidable at the option of the minor✓ Correct
CFully enforceable against both parties
DValid only if a parent co-signs
Explanation
Contracts signed by minors are voidable, not void. The minor can choose to disaffirm (cancel) the contract, but the other party (the adult) cannot use the minor's age as a reason to void the contract.
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