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Consider approving Resolution No. 2025-013 authorizing the execution of a Local Agreement to effect the disposition of contraband seized pursuant to Chapter 59 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure between the Dallas County District Attorney’s Office and the Farmers Branch Police Department, authorizing the City Manager and the Police Chief to execute appropriate agreements on the City’s behalf; and take appropriate action.
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REQUESTOR:
Police Department
BACKGROUND:
Chapter 59 of the Code of Criminal Procedure allows for police seizure and forfeiture of property used in, and the proceeds gained from, the commission of certain crimes. After the seizure, the criminal district attorney may, by agreement, distribute property and funds to local law enforcement agencies to be used for official purposes. This agreement would allow for the distribution of property and/or funds.
FISCAL IMPACT:
No Financial Impact
DISTRICT:
Citywide
POSSIBLE COUNCIL ACTION:
1. I move to approve Resolution No. 2025-013 as presented.
2. I move to approve Resolution No. 2025-013 with modifications.
3. I move to table the issue for further study or take no action.
ATTACHMENT(S):
1. Resolution No. 2025-013
2. Chapter 59 Local Agreement