§ 12–207
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Crim. Proc. § 12-207 (2026)
Title 12. Forfeiture -- Controlled Dangerous Substances Violations
Subtitle 2. Seizure
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(a)
The forfeiting authority shall surrender the motor vehicle on request to the owner if the forfeiting authority determines, independent of the decision of the seizing authority, that:
(1)
the motor vehicle falls within the purview of § 12-205 of this subtitle; or
(2)
the standards listed under § 12-204(b) of this subtitle were not met.
(b)
In a proceeding under this title, the court may determine, based on the standards listed in § 12-204(b) of this subtitle, whether the seizing authority or forfeiting authority abused its discretion or was clearly erroneous:
(1)
in recommending the forfeiture of a motor vehicle; or
(2)
in not surrendering on request a motor vehicle to an owner.