§ 7-619. Referral to Solicitor.

(a) Police to refer case.

Promptly after seizure, the Police Department must notify the City Solicitor in writing of the facts and circumstances supporting the seizure.

(b) Solicitor's review.

(1) On receiving the report, the Solicitor must conduct an independent review of the facts and circumstances surrounding the seizure.

(2) If the Solicitor finds sufficient evidence that the vehicle was used in violation of this subtitle, the Solicitor must notify the vehicle's owner, by registered or certified mail, of the seizure and of the City's intent to institute forfeiture proceedings.

(3) If, on the other hand, the Solicitor finds that there is insufficient evidence to prove violation, the Solicitor must surrender the vehicle to the owner on the owner's request.