Can the police keep a car involved in a pursuit?

Question

My car was taken without my permission and then the person fled from the police. Can the police keep my car because it was used in a felony case?

Answer 1

Depending on the State, the answer is they sure CAN.

Most States have statutes stating that if a vehicle is used in the commission of a crime, that it may be kept for forfeiture.

Answer 2

I saw it happen here in Vegas! co worker reported his vehicle stolen @9:29am the police have the record, it was later involved in a hit and run with bodily harm @4:56pm. that same afternoon. they had him come down to the hit and run dept. and detained him for questioning for two hours. They still have his car!

Answer 3

Yes. As stated previously. It is evidence. Once the trial is over and the courts no longer need it, you can request that it be returned to you.  

Answer 4

The car is being held as evidence. Once it is no longer needed, it will be returned.  

Answer 5

Yes, because it was a felony case. Getting a lawyer would not help. A lawyer could not fight standard protocol.

Answer 6

Hmm, I think that if there's not any person's traces, they can't <_>