Which unit must approve the seizure of property valued at $1,500?

• A. Property and Evidence Unit
• B. Narcotics Unit
• C. Internal Affairs
• D. Forfeiture Unit

Answer: (D)

This question is about who has authority to approve asset seizures for forfeiture. Approving seizures tied to crime and overseeing the forfeiture process is the job of the Forfeiture Unit. They review cases to ensure the seizure complies with laws, coordinate with prosecutors, and determine whether assets should be pursued through civil or criminal forfeiture. The $1,500 value is within the scope of assets that can be forfeited, so the unit responsible for handling forfeiture decisions must authorize the seizure.

The Property and Evidence Unit handles physical custody and storage of seized items and maintaining chain of custody; the Narcotics Unit conducts drug investigations; Internal Affairs handles internal investigations. None of those routine roles centers on approving forfeiture actions, which is why the Forfeiture Unit is the appropriate approving body.