Vermont § 1604 - Seizure of motor vehicles

Full text of Vermont Vermont Statutes Online § 1604 — Seizure of motor vehicles, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 1604. Seizure of motor vehicles

  • An enforcement officer, without process, may seize a motor vehicle, snowmobile, motorboat,
    or all-terrain vehicle found by him or her on which the manufacturer’s serial or motor
    number or any of the identifying numbers placed on the motor vehicle, snowmobile,
    motorboat, or all-terrain vehicle by the manufacturer of the motor vehicle, snowmobile,
    motorboat, or all-terrain vehicle or any of the parts thereof have been obliterated,
    defaced, or tampered with, or when in his or her judgment the motor vehicle, snowmobile,
    motorboat, or all-terrain vehicle has been stolen, and may retain possession of the
    motor vehicle, snowmobile, motorboat, or all-terrain vehicle until the Commissioner
    or State’s

Source: official Vermont text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Vermont § 1604

What does Vermont Statutes Online § 1604 cover?

Section 1604 ("Seizure of motor vehicles") is part of the Vermont Statutes Online, the codified statutory law of Vermont. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

How do I cite Vermont § 1604?

A common citation format is "Vermont Statutes Online § 1604" (Vermont). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.

Is this the official text of Vermont law?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Vermont official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Vermont attorney.

How does Vermont § 1604 apply to my situation?

Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Vermont can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.

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