City of Lynnwood v. $128 Cash

Paul and Pamela Heeter appeal from the denial of their motion to dismiss the City of Lynnwood's forfeiture action against Paul Heeter's 1988 Chevrolet S-10 Blazer. The Heeters contend that the City lacks the jurisdictional authority to proceed against the vehicle. They also assert that there is insufficient evidence to support forfeiture under RCW 69.50.505(a)(4). We affirm.

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In June of 1988, the Heeters were being investigated by the South Snohomish County Narcotics Task Force (Task Force) for violations of the Uniform Controlled Substances Act (UCSA), RCW 69.50. The Task Force is a…