§ 13–508
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Crim. Proc. § 13-508 (2026)
Title 13. Other Forfeitures
Subtitle 5. Violations of the Human Trafficking Law
§ 13–508LinkCopy Citation
(a)
The chief law enforcement officer of the seizing authority that seizes a motor vehicle used in violation of § 3–1102 or § 3–1103 of the Criminal Law Article may recommend to the appropriate forfeiting authority in writing that the motor vehicle be forfeited only if the officer:
(1)
determines from the records of the Motor Vehicle Administration the names and addresses of all registered owners and secured parties as defined in the Code;
(2)
personally reviews the facts and circumstances of the seizure; and
(3)
personally determines, according to the standards listed in § 13–507 of this subtitle, and represents in writing that forfeiture is warranted.
(b)
A sworn affidavit by the chief law enforcement officer that the officer followed the requirements of subsection (a) of this section is admissible in evidence in a proceeding under this subtitle.