When police seize your property during an investigation, it can feel like a violation — especially when you are not sure whether they had the legal right to take it. In Maryland, law enforcement can seize property under certain circumstances, but those circumstances are governed by the Fourth Amendment and Maryland law. If the policeRead More
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How Long Can Police Hold Your Property for Evidence?
If officers have taken your phone, cash, vehicle, or other belongings during an arrest or investigation, one of the first questions you will have is simple: how long can police hold your property for evidence. In Maryland, the answer depends on whether your property is still needed for a pending case. Police can hold itemsRead More
