§ 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.

HISTORY: An. Code 1957, art. 27, § 297(m)(3); 2001, ch. 10, § 2.