Section 1-32-114 - Distribution of Proceeds of Sale or Election to Take; Liability of Sheriff and His Sureties

1-32-114. Distribution of proceeds of sale or election to take; liability of sheriff and his sureties. The money or securities arising from a sale of or an election to take the estate shall be distributed and paid by order of the court to the parties entitled thereto, in lieu of their respective parts and proportions of the estate and according to their just rights therein. All receipts of money or securities by the sheriff shall be in his official capacity, and his sureties on his official bond are liable for any misapplication thereof.