On Thursday, October 31, at Philadelphia International Airport, U.S. Customs and Border Protection seized multiple luxury items valued at over $80,000 from a U.S. citizen arriving from Spain. As explained in a local CBP media release, the Global Entry trusted traveler attempted to avoid paying duties on his merchandise, which is mandatory for any total…
On Monday, September 23 at Hidalgo International Bridge, U.S. Customs and Border Protection in Texas seized $79,392 of unreported cash currency. As detailed by Roderick Kise in a recent CBP local media release, the driver hid the currency within their vehicle and separated it into five separate packages. In the story below, Kise’s report emphasizes…
In August 2024, Dulles International Airport, located right outside of Washington, D.C., served as the site of multiple money seizures by U.S. Customs and Border Protection. As Steve Sapp shares in CBP’s latest local media release, these seizures from five separate travelers accumulated to a combined total of $90,535 throughout the month. Through the story…
Crossing the border into Mexico with cash for something like a medical procedure or dental work is common. But what if someone doesn’t file a FinCEN Form 105 (PDF version & Online version)? Can US Customs can seize their cash, checks or pesos? First, we need to know what the form is about. FinCEN (Financial Crimes…
In recent years, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has become increasingly aggressive in enforcing regulations related to the seizure of vehicles. If your vehicle has been seized by CBP it can be a stressful experience. Whether you or somebody you know were driving the vehicle may make you wonder if the Government will…
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has the authority to seize a vehicle under certain circumstances. CBP can seize a vehicle if it’s suspected to be used in connection with illegal transportation of contraband, such as illegal drugs or smuggled goods, or if it is involved in other illegal activities related to customs and border…
Federal asset forfeiture laws allow law enforcement agencies to seize and potentially forfeit property or assets that are believed to be connected to criminal activity. These laws are designed to disrupt and deter criminal enterprises by targeting their ill-gotten gains. Asset forfeiture can apply to various types of property, including cash, vehicles, real estate, and…
Many clients ask us at the Forfeiture Law Firm of San Diego Defenders if they will be charged if they try to get their vehicle back after CBP impounds the car on suspicion of alien smuggling. If they were not charged at the time CBP detained them, we have never seen the US Customs come…
When your car is seized and impounded by U.S. Customs & Border Patrol because they detained you or your family for suspicion of alien smuggling, you will receive a letter in the mail. The Notice of Seizure and Information to Claimants will include an Election of Proceedings. How do you want to try getting your…
Here are some examples of rejection and denial of a Petition 5 to 9 months after our clients ignored our advice to NOT file a petition if they wanted to save money and get their vehicle back ASAP after the CBP impounded their car. It is too common that young adults get the car taken…
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