# Criminal Procedure (GCP)

## Title 12. Forfeiture -- Controlled Dangerous Substances Violations

### Subtitle 5. Lienholders

#### Section 12-501

(a) Before exercising the right to sell property that has been seized under this title, a lienholder shall give to the forfeiting authority:

  (1) written notice of the intention to sell;

  (2) copies of documents giving rise to the lien;

  (3) an affidavit under oath by the lienholder:

    (i) stating that the underlying obligation is in default; and

    (ii) stating the reasons for the default.

(b) On request of the lienholder, the forfeiting authority shall release the property to the lienholder.

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Md. Code Ann., Crim. Proc. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)