The proposed amendment to the Constitution of Alabama of 2022 seeks to grant the Sheriff of Covington County the authority to sell abandoned, stolen, and unclaimed personal property and firearms. The amendment outlines the responsibilities of the sheriff, including maintaining a permanent record of all recovered property, storing it appropriately, and conducting public auctions for items that remain unclaimed for six months. The sheriff is required to attempt to locate the owners of perishable items and may sell them immediately if unsuccessful. Proceeds from these sales will be held for the original owners for six months before being transferred to the sheriff's office, which will use the funds exclusively for law enforcement purposes.

Additionally, the amendment specifies the procedures for the sale of firearms, including the requirement that they be sold only to licensed gun dealers through a sealed bidding process. It mandates public notice of auctions and allows owners to reclaim their property prior to sale by proving ownership and paying associated costs. The amendment also includes provisions for the destruction of firearms and the management of sale proceeds, ensuring transparency and accountability in the sheriff's office operations. The amendment will be put to a vote, and if approved by a majority of qualified electors, it will become part of the state constitution.