Vehicle Forfeiture: Where Does The Money Go?
Have you ever wondered where the money goes following a vehicle forfeiture?Does your police agency have some really cool sports cars, tricked out SUVs or ruggedly expensive off-road vehicles? Chances are they got it via Ohio's vehicle forfeiture law. Pursuant to R.C. 4503.234(C)(1), the agency that arrested a defendant has a virtual right of first refusal on any forfeited vehicle. All they have to do is satisfy the lienholder or the innocent non-owners interest if they have protected their interest in the vehicle.If law enforcement does not want the vehicle it will be sent to auction. Prior to the sale...
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