In case the existence of such nuisance is established in a criminal proceeding in a court not having equitable jurisdiction, the district attorney shall proceed promptly under this division to enforce the provisions and penalties thereof, and the finding of the defendant guilty in such criminal proceedings, unless reversed or set aside, shall be conclusive as against the defendant as to the existence of the nuisance. The proceeds of the sale of the personal property as provided in Section 6-5-152 shall be applied in payment of the costs of the action and abatement, including the plaintiff's costs, or so much of such proceeds as may be necessary, except as provided in this division.
Structure Code of Alabama
Division 2 - Lewdness, Assignation, or Prostitution.
Section 6-5-140 - Definitions.
Section 6-5-141 - Who Deemed Guilty of Maintaining Nuisance.
Section 6-5-142 - By Whom Action to Abate and Perpetually Enjoin Nuisance Commenced.
Section 6-5-143 - Venue; Filing of Complaint; Application for Preliminary Injunction.
Section 6-5-144 - Bond for Preliminary Injunction or Temporary Restraining Order Prior to Hearing.
Section 6-5-147 - Closing Place Pending Final Decision - Order.
Section 6-5-148 - Closing Place Pending Final Decision - Release of Property on Bond.
Section 6-5-150 - Grant and Effect of Permanent Injunction.
Section 6-5-151 - Order of Abatement; Sale of Property.
Section 6-5-152 - Fees of Officers Selling Property, Etc.
Section 6-5-153 - Effect of Establishment of Nuisance in Criminal Proceedings.
Section 6-5-154 - Violations Constituting Contempt; Proceedings Thereon.