Vehicle Impoundment And Auction

Summary

In Idaho, police can impound vehicles if involved in a crime, and belongings inside can often be retrieved unless theyre part of evidence. If a vehicle is unclaimed or deemed abandoned, it may be auctioned. In Kootani County, these procedures can vary slightly. If your friend needs to retrieve belongings or navigate the situation, consulting with a local attorney could provide specific guidance.

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In idaho a friend was in a motel and it was checkout time. housekeeping opened the+door and saw her holding drug paraphernalia and ran off, probably to call police. my friend left the motel and parked at a gas station. Suddenly police surrounded the car and impounded it and arrested her and her boyfriend. He is being held, no bail. She got out, but she was not able to get any of her belongings out of the car because she us not on the title and she heard the car was going to get auctioned. Is any of this legal
I'm sorry to hear about your friend's situation. Here’s some general information that might help:
- Police can impound a vehicle if it's involved in a crime or if the owner is arrested.
- Belongings inside the car can often be claimed by the owner unless they're part of evidence.
- Auctions can occur if the vehicle is not claimed within a certain period or if it's deemed abandoned.
Is there anything specific you would like to know about the process or steps your friend can take?
Yes. Idaho law
To provide accurate information, it's essential to know where the incident occurred, like the city or county. These details can affect the legal nuances. Could you share that information?
Kootani county
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In Idaho, particularly in Kootani County, police procedures regarding impoundment and auctioning of vehicles can vary. Here are some details:
- Vehicles can be impounded if involved in a crime.
- Belongings can generally be retrieved unless part of evidence.
- Auctions occur if the vehicle is unclaimed or deemed abandoned.
Would you like specific guidance on how your friend might retrieve her belongings or navigate this situation further?