In Re Forfeiture of 2006 Saturn Ion

Summary

The Michigan Supreme Court held that the 2006 Saturn Ion was not subject to forfeiture under MCL 333.7521(1)(d) because the statutory elements requiring transport of illicit property for the purpose of sale or receipt were not concurrently satisfied. The Court reversed the Court of Appeals and reinstated the trial court’s summary disposition in favor of the claimant. The decision was rendered de novo and based on a plain‑meaning interpretation of the forfeiture statute.