§ 12–212
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Crim. Proc. § 12-212 (2026)
Title 12. Forfeiture -- Controlled Dangerous Substances Violations
Subtitle 2. Seizure
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A seizing authority or prosecuting authority may not directly or indirectly transfer seized property to a federal law enforcement authority or agency unless:
(1)
a criminal case related to the seizure is prosecuted in the federal court system under federal law;
(2)
the owner of the property consents to the forfeiture;
(3)
the property is cash of at least $50,000; or
(4)
the seizing authority transfers the property to a federal authority under a federal seizure warrant issued to take custody of assets originally seized under State law.