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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
(a) A peace officer may seize a vehicle or part of a vehicle without a warrant if the officer has probable cause to believe that the vehicle or part:
(1) is stolen; or
(2) has had the serial number removed, altered, or obliterated.
(b) A vehicle or part seized under this section may be treated as stolen property for purposes of custody and disposition of the vehicle or part.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Texas Transportation Code - TRANSP § 501.158. Seizure of Stolen Vehicle or Vehicle with Altered Vehicle Identification Number - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/tx/transportation-code/transp-sect-501-158/
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