Who can request the adversarial preliminary hearing?

Any owner, entity, bona fide lienholder, or person in possession of the vehicle when seized may request the hearing.

How and where do I send the hearing request?

Mail a written request by certified mail, return receipt requested, to the undersigned counsel at 1250 W. South Street, Orlando, FL, attention Shannon Hesse.

What is the deadline to request the hearing?

You must send the written request within 15 days after initial receipt of this notice.

What happens if I miss the 15-day deadline?

You may lose the right to a probable cause hearing and the forfeiture proceeding may move forward without it.

May 8, 2026 Public Notice: 1250 W. South Street, Orlando, FL, Apopka

The City of Orlando has issued a notice of civil forfeiture for a 2015 Kia Soul (VIN KNDJN2A2XF7218559) seized on February 19, 2026. Affected parties have 15 days after receiving notice to request an adversarial preliminary hearing in circuit court to challenge the forfeiture.

May 15, 2026OtherApopka

Orlando Police Department filed a civil forfeiture seeking ownership of a 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee (VIN 1C4PJMLX9KD421285) seized January 16, 2026; interested parties have limited time to contest or risk default judgment and loss of interest.

May 15, 2026OtherApopka

BRANCO CONSULTING, LLC intends to register the fictitious business name BRANCO CORP with the Florida Department of State; the listing gives a mailing address in Orlando and states the principal office is in Orange County. This notice informs the public of the name registration intent.

May 15, 2026OtherApopka

Orange County EPD intends to renew the Title V air operation permit for Waste Management's Keene Road (Vista) Landfill in Apopka; a 30-day public comment period begins from this notice and could lead to changes if significant concerns are raised.

May 15, 2026OtherApopka

The Orlando Police Department filed a forfeiture action seeking forfeiture of $6,160 in cash seized January 30, 2026 near 1505 S. Semoran Blvd., Orlando. The named person must file written defenses within 30 days of first publication or risk default judgment and loss of the money.

May 15, 2026OtherApopka

Kristina F. Ramos gives public notice of intent to register the fictitious business name "Restored Earth Therapy" with the Florida Department of State; the business lists a mailing address in Orlando and a principal office in Orange County.

May 15, 2026OtherApopka

Auto Service Orlando LLC will sell a 2021 Toyota Tacoma at public sale on June 17, 2026, to satisfy a $10,572 lien. The owner can redeem the vehicle before the sale or seek a court hearing or post a bond to recover possession.

May 15, 2026OtherApopka

The Orange County Sheriff filed a civil forfeiture complaint for $2,653 in U.S. currency seized March 22, 2026 near 5181 Cinderlane Pkwy. Claimants, including Alton Allen Jr., are notified to assert any interest in the seized money or face forfeiture proceedings.

May 15, 2026OtherApopka

The Orange County Sheriff filed a civil forfeiture complaint for $12,660 in U.S. currency seized March 13, 2026 at 4500 America St., Orlando. Interested parties have been served notice and may need to assert claims to the money or risk forfeiture to the state.

May 15, 2026OtherApopka

Bartlett Towing will hold a public sale on June 5, 2026 at 8:30 AM at 2252 Apopka Blvd to sell a 2022 Chevrolet to satisfy unpaid towing, recovery, and storage charges under Florida law.

May 15, 2026OtherApopka

Public Notice — 1250 W. South Street, Orlando, FL (2026-CA-003372)

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The City of Orlando has issued a notice of civil forfeiture for a 2015 Kia Soul (VIN KNDJN2A2XF7218559) seized on February 19, 2026. Affected parties have 15 days after receiving notice to request an adversarial preliminary hearing in circuit court to challenge the forfeiture.

Orlando Police Department filed a civil forfeiture seeking ownership of a 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee (VIN 1C4PJMLX9KD421285) seized January 16, 2026; interested parties have limited time to contest or risk default judgment and loss of interest.

BRANCO CONSULTING, LLC intends to register the fictitious business name BRANCO CORP with the Florida Department of State; the listing gives a mailing address in Orlando and states the principal office is in Orange County. This notice informs the public of the name registration intent.

Orange County EPD intends to renew the Title V air operation permit for Waste Management's Keene Road (Vista) Landfill in Apopka; a 30-day public comment period begins from this notice and could lead to changes if significant concerns are raised.

The Orlando Police Department filed a forfeiture action seeking forfeiture of $6,160 in cash seized January 30, 2026 near 1505 S. Semoran Blvd., Orlando. The named person must file written defenses within 30 days of first publication or risk default judgment and loss of the money.

Kristina F. Ramos gives public notice of intent to register the fictitious business name "Restored Earth Therapy" with the Florida Department of State; the business lists a mailing address in Orlando and a principal office in Orange County.

Auto Service Orlando LLC will sell a 2021 Toyota Tacoma at public sale on June 17, 2026, to satisfy a $10,572 lien. The owner can redeem the vehicle before the sale or seek a court hearing or post a bond to recover possession.

The Orange County Sheriff filed a civil forfeiture complaint for $2,653 in U.S. currency seized March 22, 2026 near 5181 Cinderlane Pkwy. Claimants, including Alton Allen Jr., are notified to assert any interest in the seized money or face forfeiture proceedings.

The Orange County Sheriff filed a civil forfeiture complaint for $12,660 in U.S. currency seized March 13, 2026 at 4500 America St., Orlando. Interested parties have been served notice and may need to assert claims to the money or risk forfeiture to the state.

Bartlett Towing will hold a public sale on June 5, 2026 at 8:30 AM at 2252 Apopka Blvd to sell a 2022 Chevrolet to satisfy unpaid towing, recovery, and storage charges under Florida law.

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