Alabama § 28-4-271 - Forfeiture and Condemnation Proceedings Generally - Prosecution of Action.
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§ 28-4-271. Forfeiture and Condemnation Proceedings Generally - Prosecution of Action.
Where an officer seizes liquors and beverages and vessels and receptacles under a search warrant, he shall appear on the day fixed for the hearing. The district attorney or his deputy shall appear and prosecute said action on behalf of the state.
Source: official Alabama text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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What does Code of Alabama § 28-4-271 cover?
Section 28-4-271 ("Forfeiture and Condemnation Proceedings Generally - Prosecution of Action.") is part of the Code of Alabama, the codified statutory law of Alabama. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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