Government,
Civil Rights
Nov. 1, 2011
Forfeiture wrinkles: a complex body of law
California forfeiture statutes are compound, convoluted and at times, preposterous.
Azar Elihu
Law Offices of Azar ElihuCalifornia forfeiture statutes are compound, convoluted and at times, preposterous. What follows is a summary of California forfeiture law and procedure.
Health and Safety Code Sections 11469 through 11495 govern forfeiture of drug-related assets. California Penal Code Sections 1407 through 1413 cover disposal of stolen and embezzled property. Sections 1523 through 1542 relate to property seized on search warrant. Vehicle Code 22659.5 is the authority for local governments...
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