United States v. One 6-54-B Oakland Touring Automobile

BOURQUIN, District Judge.

This libel invokes forfeiture of the respondent auto, for that in it were deposited, concealed, and transported from place to place in this state and year some 38 grains of cocaine theretofore unlawfully imported into this country and without payment of customs duty. The issues presented are clear and simple, viz.: (1) Whether there is any law warranting forfeiture; and (2) whether the ease is proven.

Adverting to the first, the general statutes of administration and collection in the matter of imports and duties provide for forfeiture of vehicles in circumstances like…