One 1970 Mercury Cougar, VIN #0F9111545940 et. al. v. Tunica County
Annotate this CaseFive years following law enforcement's seizure of three cars and cash belonging to Willie Hampton in conjunction with his arrest, Tunica County's petition for forfeiture was granted. Hampton appealed, arguing that the delay violated his right to a speedy trial. The Court of Appeals remanded, instructing the trial court to establish a record. Upon review, the Supreme Court found that Hampton was incarcerated at the time of the forfeiture trial, and was therefore denied an opportunity to present evidence of prejudice. Accordingly, the Court reversed.
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