Q: CAN I GET INTEREST ON MONEY THAT HAS BEEN IN THE CHEYENNE EVIDENCE/PROPERTY DEPARTMENT FOR 18 YEARS?
I WAS ARRESTED IN 2006 AND THEY KEPT MY PHONE AND $608 OF MY MONEY MY CASE WAS DISMISSED IN 2007 BUT THE PHONE AND THE MONEY WERE NOT RETURNED I RECEIVED A LETTER FROM CPD A YEAR AGO THAT THEY HAD MY PHONE I COULD GO GET IT FROM THE EVIDENCE DEPT I DID GO PICK IT UP AND IT WAS MY PHONE FROM 2006 I JUST RECEIVED A LETTER FROM CHEYENNE EVIDENCE THAT THEY HAVE MY $608 FROM MY DISMISSED CASE IN 2007 THAT I CAN GO REQUEST TO HAVE A CHECK SENT TO ME I THINK SINCE ITS BEEN 18 TEARS THAT I SHOULD BE PAID INTEREST FOR ALL THE 18 YEARS? IDK WHAT THE ACTUAL LAW SAYS
A:
If you've recently discovered that the Cheyenne Evidence/Property Department is holding money of yours from an incident dating back to 2006, it's understandable to question whether you're entitled to interest on that amount over the years it was held. Generally, the policies regarding the return of property or money from evidence can vary, and the specific rules about accruing interest on such funds will depend on local laws and regulations.
In many jurisdictions, there is no provision for the payment of interest on money held by law enforcement agencies or evidence departments. This means that while you are entitled to the return of your original sum, the additional payment of interest for the time the money was held is not typically required under law. The primary focus is often on the return of the property or funds to their rightful owner, not on compensating for the time value of money.
To get a definitive answer and explore your options, it would be beneficial to reach out to a legal professional familiar with property and evidence laws in your area. They can provide guidance on whether any local statutes or precedents might support a claim for interest. Additionally, contacting the department directly to inquire about their policies on such matters could offer further clarity. Remember, legal rights and remedies can be complex, and direct consultation can help navigate these specifics.
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