State v. One (1) 1977 Volkswagen, VIN/1773229365, Florida License "KTV-062"

NIMMONS, Judge.

The state appeals from an order denying forfeiture to the state of a 1977 Volkswagen which was allegedly used to facilitate the sale of contraband (cocaine) in violation of Section 932.702(3), Florida Statutes (1981).1 The vehicle was seized pursuant to Section 932.703(1),2 and the state instituted forfeiture proceedings under Section 932.704. We reverse the order denying forfeiture.

The facts upon which the trial court relied in denying forfeiture were presented by stipulation between the state and the owner of the vehicle, Jeff C. Duckham. We summarize those facts.

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