Kitchens v. Beverly

(After stating the foregoing facts). Under Code '(Ann. Supp.) § 58-207 a sheriff or other peace officer must report property seized because of its use in conveying illegal liquor, to the solicitor of the court having jurisdiction of the case within ten days after such seizure, and thereupon condemnation proceedings will be instituted as set forth in that Code section. When the seizure is effected contrary to this provision, and the sheriff attempts to hold the vehicle in excess of ten days without reporting the same, he is, as to the plaintiff’s property, a mere trespasser, and a trover…