(a) The court or judge may in vacation, upon motion supported by affidavit showing that the property is liable to loss or destruction, order that property subject to a lien under AS 34.35.230 - 34.35.315 be sold by the peace officer before judgment is rendered, as personal property is sold under execution.
(b) The proceeds of the sale shall be paid into court to be applied as provided in AS 34.35.230 - 34.35.315.