Virginia law allows owners or lienholders to secure possession of seized property before a court hearing by obtaining an appraised value and posting a bond equal to that value plus court costs. If the court later finds the property forfeited, the bond covers the penalty and costs, and the property is returned upon bond approval. For perishable or deteriorating property, special provisions apply for its sale or handling.
They can obtain an appraisal of the property and post a bond equal to the appraised value plus court costs, conditioned on the final court judgment.
Judgment may be entered against the bond obligors for the penalty, which is paid by the obligors, and the property is forfeited or disposed of accordingly.
Yes, the law provides procedures for handling, sale, or disposal of such property to prevent deterioration or injury while in custody.
The clerk appraises the property, makes returns, approves bonds, and endorses security details on execution documents.