Impounded Car Warrant Delay

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The users car was impounded by the police in Vermont due to alleged drug paraphernalia. The police have yet to obtain a warrant to search the car. The user was not provided with any documentation or receipt when the car was impounded. The user has not received any formal communication from the police department since the car was impounded. The user has not contacted a lawyer or legal representative regarding this matter. The users drivers license is currently suspended due to non-payment of tickets, but they are enrolled in a driver rehabilitation program. The user has not received any communication from the court about a hearing or any charges related to the impoundment of the vehicle. The user has not filed a complaint against the police department for not providing a receipt when the car was impounded. The user has not contacted the Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles or a legal professional about this situation. The users vehicle is covered by Liberty Mutual insurance. The user

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Police have impounded car was done last Friday and still haven't gotten warrant to search

What was the reason given by the police for impounding your car, ****?

They claim drug pherilfernalia but they never asked to search the car when I was there

Did the police provide any documentation or receipt when they impounded your car?

Negative

What state are you located in, ****? This will help me provide the most accurate information.

Vermont

What was the exact location where your car was impounded, ****? This will help me provide you with the contact details of the nearest court.

Alburgh vt can't remember names of road was asked by a friend to give someone a ride home

What was the condition of the car when it was impounded? Was there any visible drug paraphernalia in the car?

To the best of my knowledge no nothing was visible car condition was driveable

Did the police provide any reason for not obtaining a warrant yet to search your impounded car?

No they haven't

Have you contacted a lawyer or legal representative regarding this matter?

When they said they were towing the car cause I couldn't provide proof of insurance they told me I had to Walk away didn't allow me to make sure car got loaded safely

Have you since been able to provide proof of insurance for the vehicle?

I have only spoken to you so far

Have you received any formal communication from the police department since your car was impounded?

They say I can show proof of insurance when they are done with my car

What is the make, model, and year of your car?

* Honda crv

Did you receive any paperwork or receipt from the police when your car was impounded?

No I didn't

Did you have any illegal substances or drug paraphernalia in your car at the time it was impounded?

No I didn't

Did you give consent to the police to search your car when they impounded it?

May have been small very small amount of marijuana in a bag in glove box but nothing over what I should have

Did you have a valid medical marijuana card at the time your car was impounded?

Was never asked if they could search it I was told it was getting towed by a company when I got back to my friends house I called that company they replied they didn't have it I ended up calling police department and they said it was in impound and they were waiting for a warrant

Did you have a valid medical marijuana card at the time your car was impounded?

No don't need one in vt

What is the current status of your driver's license?

Suspended

What is the reason for your driver's license suspension?

Non payment of tickets but I'm in a driver rehabilitation program to get it back

What is the name of the driver rehabilitation program you are enrolled in?

Franklin county driver diversion

What is the status of your participation in the Franklin County Driver Diversion program?

Good only thing that slowed us down is 3 years ago when I did the crash program they gave me my completion certificate and they failed to tell me I have * hrs of counciling I need to complete so we are trying to find me a available councilor but my wife is legal and valid and she's the person who usually drives

Have you been able to find a counselor to complete your remaining * hours of counseling for the Franklin County Driver Diversion program?

In Vermont, impounded vehicles can be searched without a warrant under certain circumstances.

Have a meeting with them this Friday

What is the name and location of the police department that impounded your car?

Swanton police department swanton vt

Did the police provide any paperwork or receipt when they impounded your car? This is important to establish the legality of the impoundment.

- In Vermont, police must provide a receipt when impounding a vehicle.
- Swanton Police Department: * First St, Swanton, VT *, Phone: (*) *-*.

Negative I received nothing not a single thing

Did you ask the police why they didn't provide any paperwork or receipt when they impounded your car?

In Vermont, police are required to provide a receipt when impounding a vehicle.

Didn't realize they had to not really sure of a lot of procedures that's why I contacted someone

Did you have any witnesses present when your car was impounded? In Vermont, having a witness can strengthen your case if there are discrepancies in the police report.

Yes I have *

Who are these witnesses and what did they observe during the impoundment of your car?

No one was around when they impound my car they made us all leave before the wrecker got there didn't know car was being impounded was just supposed to be towed

Did the witnesses see any police misconduct or anything unusual during the impoundment process?

In Vermont, police misconduct during impoundment can be grounds for a legal challenge.

No one was around we were all told to walk away to walk towards a friend's house when we left they were standing outside my car with their black gloves on

Did you or your witnesses notice if the police had body cameras or dash cameras that could have recorded the impoundment process?

I'm not sure if they did or not but pretty sure police 8n VT have to have them I know they all wear them

Did you or any of your witnesses take any photos or videos of the incident?

In Vermont, police are required to wear body cameras. Any footage could be requested for evidence.

No didn't think I needed to

Did you or your witnesses notice the name or badge number of the officer(s) involved in the impoundment?

Officer Cobb and the other guy I didn't catch his name

Did Officer Cobb or the other officer provide any reason for not allowing you to stay until the tow truck arrived?

Negative the officer Cobb was the officer who did the traffic stop the other police officer just showed up as backup I presume but he said not did anything while we were there

Did you or your witnesses notice any unusual behavior or misconduct from Officer Cobb or the other officer during the impoundment process?

Wasn't there during impoundment process but besides being the way police are no nothing

Did you or your witnesses notice if the police had body cameras or dash cameras that could have recorded the impoundment process?

Body cams but not sure if they were active or not and same as dash cams

Did you request the footage from the police body cams or dash cams? In Vermont, you have the right to request this footage under the Public Records Act.

No but I'm going to as soon as I'm done here

What is the name of the towing company that was supposed to tow your car?

I asked for tony passoint they ended up calling cotas towing

Did you receive any documentation or receipt from Cotas Towing when they took your car?

Negative

Did you contact Cotas Towing to inquire about your car after it was impounded?

Just to see what my tow bill was

What was the amount of the tow bill provided by Cotas Towing?

Did you pay the tow bill to Cotas Towing?

Paying today

What is the name and contact information of the person at Cotas Towing who provided you with the tow bill amount?

Not for certain but I can get it for you really quick

What is the name and contact information of the person at Cotas Towing who provided you with the tow bill amount?

Mike cota owner and operator * * *

Did you receive any paperwork or receipt from Mike Cota when you paid the tow bill?

Waiting on a ride to go there this evening

Did Mike Cota or anyone from Cotas Towing provide any information about the condition of your car or any items found in it?

Negative

Did you receive any formal communication from the police department about the status of your car since it was impounded?

No I haven't

Have you tried contacting the Swanton Police Department to inquire about the status of your car and the warrant?

Yes was told they would call when done

What was the date and time when your car was impounded? This information is crucial to understand the timeline of events.

Sept * approximately 7oclock pm

What was the last communication you had with the Swanton Police Department regarding your impounded car?

Yesterday I was told they would inform me when they were finished and I could get my car meanwhile I have no way to work

Have you considered filing a complaint against the police department for not providing a receipt when your car was impounded?

I have just not sure how to go about it or what to do

Have you contacted the Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles or a legal professional about this situation?

- In Vermont, you can file a complaint against the police department through the Vermont Human Rights Commission.
- Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles: * State St, Montpelier, VT *, Phone: (*) *-*.

Your the only person I have spoken to this far

What is the name of the insurance company that covers your vehicle? This information can be useful in case you need to file a claim for any damages to your car.

Liberty mutual

What is your policy number with Liberty Mutual?

Not sure at the moment my wife has All that information cause it's in her name and she was able to catch a ride to work with a friend

Have you contacted Liberty Mutual to inform them about the impoundment of your vehicle?

No I haven't didn't figure it is anything they need to know

Have you received any communication from the police about potential charges or a court date related to the impoundment of your vehicle?

Negative

No I haven't

Have you received any communication from the court about a hearing or any charges related to the impoundment of your vehicle?

No have heard nothing

I haven't heard nothing from anybody

What is the current status of your car? Have the police informed you about when you can retrieve it?

No the police have told me nothing and I don't know what the current status is I keep telling you this

Not yet today the cop comes on duty at * o'clock pm

Not yet today the officer clocks in at * o'clock pm

Have you considered filing a complaint against the police department for not providing a receipt when your car was impounded?

- In Vermont, you can file a complaint against the police department through the Vermont Human Rights Commission.
- Vermont Human Rights Commission: *-* Baldwin St, Montpelier, VT *-*, Phone: *-*-*.

Yes

Have you contacted the Vermont Human Rights Commission to file a complaint against the police department?

No not yet as of today at this time YOU are the only people besides the police that I have spoken to

Have you considered seeking legal representation to help you navigate this situation? In Vermont, it's important to have legal counsel when dealing with police misconduct or potential violations of your rights.

Yes, that's why I contacted you

Yes that's is why I contacted you

What is the name of the officer who told you that they would call you when they were done with your car?

Officer Cobb

Cobb officers name is Cobb

Did Officer Cobb provide a timeline for when they would complete the search of your car?

Said Monday but supposedly they haven't gotten a warrant from the judge yet

What is the current date and time? This will help to determine if the police have exceeded a reasonable time frame for obtaining a warrant.

*:* pm Tuesday September * *

What is the name of the judge who is supposed to issue the warrant for the search of your car?

I don't know who the judge would be

I don't know

Listen I don't know what the judges name is

Have you received any communication from the court or the police about a hearing or court date related to this matter?

NOTHING

What is the name of the officer who impounded your car?

In Vermont, police must provide a receipt when impounding a vehicle. If they fail to do so, it could be a violation of your rights. You can file a complaint against the police department through the Vermont Human Rights Commission.

ALREADY ANSWERED THIS QUESTION * TIMES

COBB

Did Officer Cobb provide any paperwork or receipt when your car was impounded?

In Vermont, police are required to provide a receipt when impounding a vehicle. If they fail to do so, it could be a violation of your rights.

No received no paperwork no receipt I received nothing

Did you ask Officer Cobb or any other police officer why you didn't receive any paperwork or receipt when your car was impounded?

In Vermont, police are required to provide a receipt when impounding a vehicle. If they fail to do so, it could be a violation of your rights.

No I didn't ask I don't know anything about this process

No I didn't ask

Did you or your witnesses notice if the police had body cameras or dash cameras that could have recorded the impoundment process?

In Vermont, police are required to wear body cameras. Any footage could be requested for evidence.

No we weren't at or around the vehicle

Did you or your witnesses notice if the police were wearing body cameras when they interacted with you?

In Vermont, police are required to wear body cameras. Any footage could be requested for evidence.

They were wearing body cams but not as sure if they were on

Did you or your witnesses notice if the police turned on their body cameras during your interaction?

No didn't see them turn anything on

Did you or your witnesses notice if the police turned on their dash cameras during your interaction?

No didn't see anything never got near police car

Did you or your witnesses notice any unusual behavior or misconduct from the police during your interaction?

Just police being sneaky dirty police

No just cops being cops

Can you elaborate on what you mean by "sneaky dirty police"?

Police do what they want

They do what they want hide shit say shit do shit

No I can't

Negative

Yes but don't know if they were on

Look I just want to know if I can get help getting my car back

No I have heard from nobody

Did you receive any formal notice or communication from the police or the court about the impoundment of your car?

No I haven't heard from anybody

No I have heard from no one

Received nothing from no one

I have received nothing from no one

negative

No I can't

Goodbye

zNO

No received nothing

I said I received nothing from nobody

Have you tried contacting the Swanton Police Department again for an update on the status of your car?

In Vermont, police are required to provide a receipt when impounding a vehicle. If they fail to do so, it could be a violation of your rights. You can file a complaint against the police department through the Vermont Human Rights Commission.

Swanton Police Department: * First St, Swanton, VT *, Phone: (*) *-*.

Vermont Human Rights Commission: *-* Baldwin St, Montpelier, VT *-*, Phone: *-*-*.

Yes the officer is not in i guess

When did you last contact the Swanton Police Department?

In Vermont, police are required to provide a receipt when impounding a vehicle. If they fail to do so, it could be a violation of your rights. You can file a complaint against the police department through the Vermont Human Rights Commission.

Swanton Police Department: * First St, Swanton, VT *, Phone: (*) *-*.

Vermont Human Rights Commission: *-* Baldwin St, Montpelier, VT *-*, Phone: *-*-*.

* minutes ago

Did you inform them about the lack of receipt for the impoundment of your car?

In Vermont, police are required to provide a receipt when impounding a vehicle. If they fail to do so, it could be a violation of your rights. You can file a complaint against the police department through the Vermont Human Rights Commission.

Swanton Police Department: * First St, Swanton, VT *, Phone: (*) *-*.

Vermont Human Rights Commission: *-* Baldwin St, Montpelier, VT *-*, Phone: *-*-*.

Inform who

Did you inform the Swanton Police Department about the lack of receipt for the impoundment of your car?

No but I am going to as soon as he calls

What is the name of the officer you spoke to at the Swanton Police Department?

In Vermont, police are required to provide a receipt when impounding a vehicle. If they fail to do so, it could be a violation of your rights. You can file a complaint against the police department through the Vermont Human Rights Commission.

Swanton Police Department: * First St, Swanton, VT *, Phone: (*) *-*.

Vermont Human Rights Commission: *-* Baldwin St, Montpelier, VT *-*, Phone: *-*-*.

It was dispatch

Dispatch

Did you inform the dispatch about the lack of receipt for the impoundment of your car?

No what can they do

No I didn't

Did you inform the Swanton Police Department about the lack of receipt for the impoundment of your car?

In Vermont, police are required to provide a receipt when impounding a vehicle. If they fail to do so, it could be a violation of your rights.

- Swanton Police Department: * First St, Swanton, VT *, Phone: (*) *-*.
- Vermont Human Rights Commission: *-* Baldwin St, Montpelier, VT *-*, Phone: *-*-*.

I did not inform them what can dispatch do

Dispatch can record your complaint and pass it on to the relevant officer or department. It's important to report any irregularities in the process.

Alright so I will call them back

I didn't know this but I will call them back

What is the name of the officer you are planning to speak with when you call back?

Who ever is working dispatch

Dispatch

Any

Anyone who answers the phone

What is the name of the officer who impounded your car?

Cobb

officer Cobb

No I can't I told you * times

Did you receive any formal notice or communication from the police or the court about the impoundment of your car?

In Vermont, police are required to provide a receipt when impounding a vehicle. If they fail to do so, it could be a violation of your rights. You can file a complaint against the police department through the Vermont Human Rights Commission.

- Swanton Police Department: * First St, Swanton, VT *, Phone: (*) *-*.
- Vermont Human Rights Commission: *-* Baldwin St, Montpelier, VT *-*, Phone: *-*-*.

Again I have replied * times No

Have you considered filing a complaint against the police department for not providing a receipt when your car was impounded?

- In Vermont, police are required to provide a receipt when impounding a vehicle.
- You can file a complaint against the police department through the Vermont Human Rights Commission.
- Vermont Human Rights Commission: *-* Baldwin St, Montpelier, VT *-*, Phone: *-*-*.

Yes I have considered

Yes

What is the name of the towing company that was supposed to tow your car?

Cotas towing

Nope

Cotas

Told you already

Absolutely not

Goodbye

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