HCI Distribution, Inc. v. New York State Police

OPINION OF THE COURT

David Demarest, J.

This is a special proceeding, pursuant to Civil Practice Law and Rules article 78, seeking an order enjoining the respondents from selling or disposing of certain tobacco products seized from petitioner and directing the immediate release of the seized property.

Parties

Petitioner, HCI Distribution, Inc. (HCI) describes itself as “an economic and political subdivision of the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska, a federally recognized Indian tribe.” Respondents New York State Police, Troop B Commander, Ray Brook, New York, and New York State Police Evidence…