§ 40-12 Seizure by police.
Current through 2026-07-17. Source: City of Balt., Md., Ord. 26-129. Published by the Baltimore City Department of Legislative Reference.
Balt., Md., Code art. 19, § 40-12 (2026)
§ 40-12 Seizure by police.LinkCopy Citation
(a)When warrant not needed.
A police officer need not have a warrant to seize a vehicle if:
(1)
the police officer has probable cause to believe the vehicle has been used in violation of this subtitle; and
(2)
a warrant is not constitutionally required under the circumstances.
(b)Removal of vehicle.
Whenever a police officer seizes a vehicle under this subtitle, the police officer may cause it to be moved to a place designated by the Police Commissioner.
(c)Vehicle not repleviable.
A vehicle seized under this subtitle is not repleviable and remains in the custody of the Police Department, subject only to the orders and decrees of the court or official with jurisdiction over it.
History: Ord. 00-040
History: Ord. 07-398