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• Introduced by Rep. Bettie Scott (D) on December 18, 2009, to require that a vehicle seized for an alleged violation of the penal code must be returned within seven days if the arrested owner is not charged with a crime, is found innocent, or is found not liable for a civil infraction. The owner could not be assessed any impound or forfeiture fees in these cases. See also House Bills 5725 to 5730.
  • Referred to the House Judiciary Committee on December 18, 2009.