How do I claim property held by Spring Lake Police?

Write or visit the Evidence Section at 300 Ruth Street, include property description, approximate seizure date, and proof of ownership.

What proof of ownership is acceptable?

Reasonable proof can include receipts, photos, serial numbers, or other documentation linking you to the item.

How long do I have to claim unclaimed property?

You must file a claim within 30 days of this notice or the items will be forfeited.

Public Notice — 300 Ruth Street, Spring Lake, NC

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Spring Lake Police notify owners that various unclaimed items (sports gear, tools, firearms, electronics) held over 180 days must be claimed within 30 days by petitioning the Evidence Section, or the items will be forfeited and disposed of under law.

Key Takeaways

You have 30 days from this notice to claim property
Items include sports gear, tools, firearms, electronics
File a petition with Evidence Section at 300 Ruth Street
Claims must include description, seizure date, proof of ownership
Unclaimed items will be forfeited and disposed after 30 days

Published: May 19, 2026 · today
Category: Other
City: Spring Lake
Address: 300 Ruth Street, Spring Lake, NC · 3 filings

Research context

3 filings at this address 4 other notices in Spring Lake (last 12 months)

If you don't respond

If no claim is filed within 30 days of this notice, the property will be administratively forfeited and disposed of according to law.

What to do next

1
Prepare your claim
Gather description, approximate date of seizure or loss, and proof of ownership before filing.
2
Submit petition in person or by mail
Send or deliver your petition to Spring Lake Police Department, Evidence Section, 300 Ruth Street, Spring Lake, NC 28390 within 30 days of the notice date.
3
Include contact info
Provide your name and phone number so the department can contact you about verification and return.

Frequently asked questions

How do I claim property held by Spring Lake Police?: Write or visit the Evidence Section at 300 Ruth Street, include property description, approximate seizure date, and proof of ownership.
What proof of ownership is acceptable?: Reasonable proof can include receipts, photos, serial numbers, or other documentation linking you to the item.
How long do I have to claim unclaimed property?: You must file a claim within 30 days of this notice or the items will be forfeited.

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Legal terms in this notice

administratively forfeited: Property taken by the agency and permanently transferred or disposed of without court action after required notice.
petition for return of property: A written request to the agency asking for seized or found property to be returned to its owner.

Full Notice Text

LEGAL NOTICE
ATTENTION
NOTICE OF UNCLAIMED PROPERTY
The Spring Lake Police Department in Spring Lake, North Carolina, gives that certain items of unclaimed property have been in the possession of the Police Department over 180 days. These items were found, confiscated or seized during lawful investigations and include various types of property such as: sports & outdoor, tools & home improvements, firearms & electronics. Persons who may be entitled thereto are required by law to make such claim within thirty (30) days of this notice. Owners may file petitions for the return of property by writing or in person, with the Spring Lake Police Department, Attention: Evidence Section, 300 Ruth Street, Spring Lake, NC 28390. The request to return property must include a description of the property, approximate date of seizure or loss, and reasonable proof of ownership. After thirty (30) days, the property will be administratively forfeited and disposed of according to the law.
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