How long can the county sheriff’s office withhold my possessions as evidence?

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How long can the county sheriff’s office withhold my possessions as evidence?

I had the county police department seize several of my belongings such as my car phone computer. for an investigation of a family member. it has been 4 months and my things have not been returned or released to me. What could I do to get my things back?

Asked on February 2, 2012 under Criminal Law, Colorado

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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 12 years ago | Contributor

If you have your personal items  seized as part of a police investigation such as your car telephone and computer involving a family member, you will be able to receive their return after the investigation is concluded and if no criminal charges are filed against the family member.

If criminal charges are filed against the family member, you will not be able to recover the items you are writing about until the criminal case is resolved. I suggest that you contact the district attorney's office regarding the status of your ability to receive the return of the items you are writing about.


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