735 IN US CURRENCY v. State

Andree Layton Roaf, Judge.

Nancy Stuart appeals from an order granting the State’s petition for forfeiture of $735. For reversal Stuart argues that the trial court erred when it denied her motion for directed verdict and ordered the forfeiture of the $735 because the money was not forfeitable under Ark. Code Ann. § 5-64-505 (Supp. 2003). Specifically, Stuart argues that the money was not forfeitable because it was not found in close proximity to drugs or drug paraphernalia. We agree and reverse the trial court’s order granting the State’s forfeiture petition.

On September 4, 2003, Officer Allen…