Texas SB352 amends the Code of Criminal Procedure to modify procedures for the disposition of seized property and proceeds.

Texas SB352 amends the Code of Criminal Procedure to modify procedures for the disposition of seized property and proceeds. The bill specifies that if property, other than money, is seized by a peace officer at the time the owner is arrested, the property must be returned if not claimed by the owner within 31 days of release from custody. The bill also mandates that law enforcement agencies provide notice to owners of seized property for offenses punishable as Class C misdemeanors.

Texas SB352 amends the Code of Criminal Procedure to modify procedures for the disposition of seized property and proceeds.

Texas SB352 amends the Code of Criminal Procedure to modify procedures for the disposition of seized property and proceeds. The bill specifies that if property, other than money, is seized by a peace officer at the time the owner is arrested, the property must be returned if not claimed by the owner within 31 days of release from custody. The bill also mandates that law enforcement agencies provide notice to owners of seized property for offenses punishable as Class C misdemeanors.