Vehicle Seizure Legalities Explained

Summary

The Eighth Amendment protects against excessive fines and applies to states via the Fourteenth Amendment, as established in Timbs v. Indiana. Seizing a $25,000 vehicle for a $4,000 fine may be excessive. Reporting a city to credit bureaus is not typical. Legal advice is recommended for vehicle seizure and debt collection issues.

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My Tahoe was seized during a dui traffic stop. This was a violation of my 8th amendment. I know the city wouldn't intentionally violate my rights, so i left to believe they assumed the debt of * dollars, to which they have not paid on. I'm about to mail the 1st attempt collection letter to the city.
It sounds like you have a complex legal issue. Here are a few points to consider:
- Eighth Amendment: It protects against excessive fines and cruel and unusual punishment. If you believe your rights were violated, you might need to take legal action.
- Vehicle Seizure: Typically, vehicles can be seized during a DUI arrest under certain conditions.
- Debt Collection: Reporting a city to credit bureaus isn't typical. You might need to seek legal advice on how to proceed with your collection letter.
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See timbs v Indiana
Timbs v. Indiana is a landmark U.S. Supreme Court case that addressed the issue of excessive fines under the Eighth Amendment. Here are some key points:
- The Supreme Court ruled that the Eighth Amendment's Excessive Fines Clause is applicable to the states through the Fourteenth Amendment.
- This case involved the seizure of a vehicle by law enforcement, similar to your situation.
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So they cannot seize a * dollar vehicle over a maximum * dollar fine crime
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In Timbs v. Indiana, the Supreme Court ruled that the Eighth Amendment's Excessive Fines Clause applies to the states, meaning that seizing a $*,* vehicle for a $*,* fine could be considered excessive.
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