Vermont § 4242 - Seizure
Full text of Vermont Vermont Statutes Online § 4242 — Seizure, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4242. Seizure
- (a) The court may issue at the request of the State ex parte a preliminary order or process
to seize or secure property for which forfeiture is sought and to provide for its
custody. Process for seizure of such property shall issue only upon a showing of probable
cause that the property is subject to forfeiture. Application therefor and issuance,
execution, and return shall be subject to provisions of applicable law. (b) Any property subject to forfeiture under this subchapter may be seized upon process.
Seizure without process may be made when: (1) the seizure is incident to an arrest with probable cause or a search under a valid
search warrant; (2) the property subject to seizure has been the subject of a prior judgment in favor
of the State in a forfeiture proceeding under this subchapter; or (3) the seizure is incident to a valid warrantless search. (c) If property is seized without process under subdivision (b)(1) or (3) of this section,
the State shall forthwith petition the court for a preliminary order or process under
subsection (a) of this section. (d) Notwithstanding subsection 4241(b) of this title, all regulated drugs the possession of which is prohibited under this chapter are
contraband and shall be automatically forfeited to the State and destroyed. (Added 1985, No. 174 (Adj. Sess.), § 2; amended 1987, No. 42; 2015, No. 53, § 4.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Vermont § 4242
What does Vermont Statutes Online § 4242 cover?
Section 4242 ("Seizure") 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 § 4242?
A common citation format is "Vermont Statutes Online § 4242" (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 § 4242 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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