Berry Law Attorney Seth Morris was recently featured in an MSN article regarding the legal obligations you have to return lost money.
Everybody enjoys coming across money, especially when it shows up unexpectedly. For example, stumbling across a wad of cash at the park or grocery store is often a pleasant surprise. As exciting as it may be in the moment, there are actual law surrounding how to act in a matter like this. Mr. Morris, along with other legal experts, explain how to handle found money.
The smartest decision to make when finding money is to contact law enforcement and hand over the money. “Regardless of whether the money is identifiable or not, the most advisable route is to take the money to your local police department for safekeeping while attempts are made to fine the owner.” According to Mr. Morris, police departments have standard operating procedures in place to document and handle lost money.
Seth Morris is an ardent protector of his clients’ rights in the courtroom. Seth has trial experience in civil and criminal cases at both the State and Federal levels. He handles a variety of criminal defense cases, including drug crimes, DUI/DWI defense, assault, personal injury, and civil rights violations.
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