Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

Highway Patrol seized money (Over 5k amount)

My friend was pulled over, found drugs and found $6k. He was given a receipt,for the money. Is there anyway to get the money back? He has a prescription for medical pot.

This took place outside of San Francisco


Asked on 11/17/07, 6:25 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Edward Hoffman Law Offices of Edward A. Hoffman

Re: Highway Patrol seized money (Over 5k amount)

The money is being held as evidence to be used when and if he is prosecuted. As long as there is still a chance this will happen your friend can't get it back.

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Answered on 11/17/07, 6:27 pm


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