Florida § 76.22 - Custody of attached property; sale of perishables.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 76.22 — Custody of attached property; sale of perishables., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 76.22. Custody of attached property; sale of perishables.
All personal property levied on by attachment, shall remain in custody of the officer who attached it until disposed of according to law unless it is restored to defendant or some person for him or her, or is claimed by a third person. When the property attached is perishable or liable to great deterioration in value or the costs of keeping it are greatly disproportionate to its value, the court may order the sale of the property after such notice as is expedient, and the proceeds of the sale shall be paid into court and abide the judgment.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 76.22
What does Florida Statutes § 76.22 cover?
Section 76.22 ("Custody of attached property; sale of perishables.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Florida § 76.22?
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Is this the official text of Florida law?
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