The one moiety of the fines imposed by this article shall be for the State and the other moiety to such person as shall be grieved, hindered or molested by reason of the offense or offenses before mentioned that will sue for the same by action in any court of competent jurisdiction.
HISTORY: 1962 Code Section 16-205; 1952 Code Section 16-205; 1942 Code Section 1399; 1932 Code Section 1399; Cr. C. '22 Section 334; Cr. C. '12 Section 342; Cr. C. '02 Section 255; G. S. 2533; R. S. 219; 1712 (2) 488.