Who needs Form MC-200?
This form is used by the citizens of California state to oppose the forfeiture of property. In case the California Superior Court sends an individual a notice about the seizure of their property, they have a chance to fill out this form and stop the process.
What is the purpose of Form MC-200?
This form is used to oppose the forfeiture of property in the state of California. The form contains the information about the claimant and the claimed property. The claim and all the attached documents will be used during a court hearing regarding the case.
What other documents should be attached to Form MC-200?
The form is usually accompanied by additional documentary evidence.
When is Form MC-200 due?
The claim opposing forfeiture should be filed within thirty days after receiving a notice of forfeiture. If this notice wasn’t received, the claimant may file it within thirty days after publishing the notice in a newspaper.
What information should I provide in Form MC-200?
The claimant has to add the following details:
- Information about the attorney (if any)
- Address of the Superior Court of California (it is usually written on the notice)
- Description of the claimed property
- Name of the claimant
- Exact reason of claim (check the appropriate box)
- Value of a claim
- Information about the claimant’s interest in the claimed property
- Claimant’s request
The form has to be dated and signed.
Where do I send the form after its completion?
The claim is forwarded to the court that sent the notice of forfeiture.