Alabama § 13A-12-30 - Forfeiture of Gambling Devices and Gambling Proceeds.
Full text of Alabama Code of Alabama § 13A-12-30 — Forfeiture of Gambling Devices and Gambling Proceeds., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13A-12-30. Forfeiture of Gambling Devices and Gambling Proceeds.
(a) Any gambling device or gambling record possessed or used in violation of this article is forfeited to the state, and shall by court order be destroyed or otherwise disposed of as the court directs.
(b) Any vehicle possessed or used in violation of this article may be forfeited to the state and disposed of by court order as authorized by law.
(c) Money used as bets or stakes in gambling activity in violation of this article is forfeited to the state and by court order shall be transmitted to the General Fund of the state.
Source: official Alabama text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 13A-12-30
What does Code of Alabama § 13A-12-30 cover?
Section 13A-12-30 ("Forfeiture of Gambling Devices and Gambling Proceeds.") 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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