Alabama SB175 revises auction procedures for abandoned and stolen property in Marshall County, including firearms.

Alabama SB175 amends existing laws to revise auction procedures for abandoned and stolen property in Marshall County. The sheriff is required to sell such property at public or internet auctions after it remains unclaimed for a specified period. Firearms must be sold to licensed gun dealers, with proceeds going to the sheriff's office after expenses. The sheriff must maintain records of all firearms and take steps to locate their owners. The act also allows for the destruction of firearms if not claimed within a certain timeframe. The changes become effective on October 1, 2026.

Alabama SB175 revises auction procedures for abandoned and stolen property in Marshall County, including firearms.

Alabama SB175 amends existing laws to revise auction procedures for abandoned and stolen property in Marshall County. The sheriff is required to sell such property at public or internet auctions after it remains unclaimed for a specified period. Firearms must be sold to licensed gun dealers, with proceeds going to the sheriff's office after expenses. The sheriff must maintain records of all firearms and take steps to locate their owners. The act also allows for the destruction of firearms if not claimed within a certain timeframe. The changes become effective on October 1, 2026.