Action filed for forfeiture of a vehicle and cash in Manatee County.
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- Published
- Category
- Foreclosure
- City
- Bradenton
- Case #
- 2025 CA 002894 AX
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What You Should Do Next
- 1
Prepare Your Defense
Draft your written defenses regarding the forfeiture of the property and ensure they are ready to be served to the Petitioner’s attorney.
- 2
Serve Your Defense
Serve a copy of your defenses to Brian A. Iten at the Manatee County Sheriffs Office by February 19, 2026, which is 20 days after the last publication.
- 3
File with Court
File the original defenses with the Clerk of the Circuit Court in Manatee County immediately after serving the Petitioner’s attorney to avoid a default judgment.
- 4
Seek Legal Assistance
If you need legal help, contact Gulf Coast Legal Services at (941) 746-6151 or Legal Aid of Manasota at (941) 747-1628 for assistance.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the case number for the forfeiture action?
- The case number is 2025 CA 002894 AX.
- Where is the attorney for the petitioner located?
- The attorney is located at 600 Hwy. 301 Blvd. W., Ste. 202, Bradenton, FL 34205.
- What property is involved in this forfeiture action?
- The property includes a 2024 White Chevrolet and $9,595 in U.S. currency.
- How can I get legal assistance for this case?
- You can contact Gulf Coast Legal Services or the Bar Association Legal Aid Society.
- What should I do if I have a disability?
- Contact the Manatee County Jury Office for accommodations at least seven days before your court appearance.
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Full Notice Text
NOTICE OF ACTION IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TWELFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR MANATEE COUNTY, FLORIDA Case No.: 2025 CA 002894 AX Agency Case No.: 2025-022354 IN RE: FORFEITURE OF: 2024 WHITE CHEVROLET, VIN# KL77LJE27RC005825 AND NINE THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED NINETY-FIVE DOLLARS ($9,595.00) IN U.S. CURRENCY TO ALL PERSONS OR ENTITIES HAVING OR CLAIMING TO HAVE ANY RIGHT, TITLE OR INTEREST IN THE PROPERTY HEREIN DESCRIBED: YOU ARE NOTIFIED that an action pursuant to the Florida Contraband Forfeiture Act has been filed by Petitioner, Manatee County Sheriffs Office, on the following property in Manatee County, Florida: 2024 WHITE CHEVROLET, VIN# KL77LJE27RC005825 AND NINE THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED NINETY-FIVE DOLLARS ($9,595.00) IN U.S. CURRENCY and you are required to serve a copy of your written defenses to it, if any, on the Attorney for Petitioner, Brian A. Iten, General Counsel, Manatee County Sheriffs Office, at the address of 600 Hwy. 301 Blvd. W., Ste. 202, Bradenton, FL 34205 within 20 days after last publication of this Notice and file the original with the Clerk of this Court either before service on Petitioners attorney or immediately thereafter; otherwise a default will be entered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint. If you cannot afford an attorney, call the Bar Association Legal Aid Society at (941) 366-0038, or Gulf Coast Legal Services at (941) 746-6151. An individual not eligible for free legal assistance may obtain a referral to an attorney by calling the Florida Bar Referral Service at (800) 342-8011. In and for Manatee County: If you cannot afford an attorney, contact Gulfcoast Legal Services at (941) 746-6151 or www.gulfcoastlegal.org, or Legal Aid of Manasota at (941) 747-1628 or www.legalaidofmanasota.org. If you do not qualify for free legal assistance or do not know an attorney, you may email an attorney referral service (listed in the phone book) or contact the Florida Bar Lawyer Referral Service at (800) 342-8011. If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodations in order to participate in this proceeding, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact the Manatee County Jury Office, P.O. Box 25400, Bradenton, Florida 34206, (941) 741-4062, at least seven (7) days before your scheduled court appearance, or immediately upon receiving this notification if the time before the scheduled appearance is less than seven (7) days; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call 711. DATED: 1/22/2026 ANGELINA COLONNESO, CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT MANATEE COUNTY, FLORIDA 1115 Manatee Avenue West Bradenton, FL 34205 BY: /s/ Kris Gaffney Deputy Clerk Jan. 30; Feb. 6, 2026 26-00125M