What is the notice of forfeiture?

It informs about the seizure of property used in drug trafficking.

How can I file a claim?

Claims must be sent to the District Attorney's office by certified mail.

What is the deadline to file a claim?

You have 30 days from receipt of this notice to file your claim.

What information is needed for the claim?

You must provide your name, address, interest in the property, and supporting documentation.

Notice of seizure of cash and firearms related to drug trafficking.

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Published: Apr 23, 2026 · 1 week ago
Category: Other
City: Augusta
Address: 2221 Sullivan Rd., Augusta, Georgia · 2 filings

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What to do next

1
File a Claim
Submit your claim to Jared T. Williams by certified mail within 30 days.
2
Gather Documentation
Collect all necessary documents that support your claim regarding the seized property.
3
Contact the District Attorney
Reach out to the Augusta Judicial Circuit for any questions about the claim process.

Frequently asked questions

What is the notice of forfeiture?: It informs about the seizure of property used in drug trafficking.
How can I file a claim?: Claims must be sent to the District Attorney's office by certified mail.
What is the deadline to file a claim?: You have 30 days from receipt of this notice to file your claim.
What information is needed for the claim?: You must provide your name, address, interest in the property, and supporting documentation.

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Full Notice Text

NOTICE OF FORFEITURE/SEIZURE
 
Notice is hereby given of seizure of FOUR THOUSAND EIGHT HUNDRED NINETY-EIGHT DOLLARS ($4,898.00) IN UNITED STATES CURRENCY; ONE (1) MASTERPIECE ARMS 9MM HANDGUN, S/N FX11499; ONE (1) HI-POINT .40 HANDGUN, S/N X7276579; ONE (1) SPRINGFIELD XD 10MM HANDGUN, S/N BB368684; ONE (1) ZASTAVA ARMS 7.62 RIFLE, S/N Z92-077932; ONE (1) G-FORCE ARMS 12 GAUGE SHOTGUN; ONE (1) ENFIELD RIFLE, S/N L8484; ONE (1) AMERICA TACTICAL AR-15 .223 RIFLE; ONE (1) RUGER LCP .380 HANDGUN, S/N 371378351; METHAMPHETAMINE; COCAINE AND MARIJUANA on MARCH 30, 2026, AT 2221 SULLIVAN RD., RICHMOND COUNTY, AUGUSTA, GEORGIA by members of the RICHMOND COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE. The seized property was directly or indirectly used or intended for use to facilitate Trafficking in Methamphetamine; Trafficking in Cocaine and Possession of Marijuana with Intent to Distribute and found in close proximity to Methamphetamine; Cocaine and Marijuana and/or other property which is subject to forfeiture pursuant to the provisions O.C.G.A. §9-16-11. Further, the said weapons were available for use to facilitate a violation of the Controlled Substance Act.
 
Any owner or interest holder may file a claim within 30 days after receipt of this notice or, when notice is provided by publication, within 30 days after the second publication, whichever comes last. Claim must be submitted in the manner required by law to Jared T. Williams, District Attorney, Augusta Judicial Circuit, 735 James Brown Boulevard, Suite 2400, Augusta, Georgia 30901 by certified mail, return receipt requested or statutory overnight delivery. Any such claim shall be signed by the owner or interest holder and shall provide the following 1) The name of the claimant; 2) The address at which the claimant resides; 3) A description of the claimant's interest in the property; 4) A description of the circumstances of the claimant's obtaining an interest in the property and, to the best of the claimant's knowledge, the date the claimant obtained the interest and name of the person or entity that transferred the interest to the claimant; 5) The nature of the relationship between the claimant and the person who possessed the property at the time of the seizure; 6) A copy of any documentation in the claimant's possession supporting his or her claim; and 7) Any additional facts supporting his or her claim.