Section 12-310 - Forfeiture proceedings for real property.
§ 12-310. Forfeiture proceedings for real property.
(a) Venue of proceedings.- Forfeiture proceedings for real property may be brought in the jurisdiction where:
(1) the criminal charges are pending;
(2) the owner resides; or
(3) the real property is located.
(b) Notice of pending litigation.-
(1) If forfeiture proceedings for real property are brought in a jurisdiction other than where the real property is located, a notice of pending litigation shall be filed in the jurisdiction where the property is located.
(2) A notice of pending litigation required under this subsection shall include at least:
(i) the name and address of the owner of the real property;
(ii) a description of the real property; and
(iii) a description of the reasons for the filing of the forfeiture proceedings and notice of pending litigation.
[An. Code 1957, art. 27, § 297(m)(3); 2001, ch. 10, § 2.]