As reported recently by U.S. Customs & Border Protection:
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers conducting outbound inspections selected a Mercedes sedan driven by [a male Mexican national], [aged] 29, of Nogales, Sonora, Mexico, for further inspection. During the search, officers found a concealed compartment containing 14 packages of U.S. currency. The vehicle and cash were seized. Lara was arrested and referred to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement-Homeland Security Investigations.
The total for the concealed currency, which was seized, was more than $175,000 in Ā U.S. currency.Ā This individual was arrested and likely faces state or federal charges forĀ bulk cash smuggling, or other similar violations.Ā If he could prove legitimate source and legitimate intended use of the funds, then this situation is regrettable for him andĀ completely avoidable.
So, if you have had currency seized from Customs, I strongly advise against trying to do it yourself. Get the help of an experienced attorney who knows what he is doing. If you do not, you might only make the situation worse by handling it on your own or hiring a lawyer who does not regularly handle these types of matters.
To inform yourself, please read theĀ various articlesĀ I have written on this and related topics. But do not let it replace the advice of attorney who is familiar with the law and your particular circumstances. If you have questions,Ā please give us a callĀ at (734) 855-4999.