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In a word 'Maybe!
Most police authorities sell off their lost, found, stolen, recovered goods through a legitimate auction house, through eBay or through Bumblebee in the UK. In the USA they also use the same methods to dispose of police auction stock.
Use a good free auction directory resource to find all the auction houses by category: Police Auctions.
Be very wary of any other organisation or persons claiming to sell off police auction stock or those selling lists of police auction auctioneers which are generally old, out of date and recirculated bad information.
A proper police auction will be advertised through the auction house and listed on legitimate portals.
For more information, see Sources and Related Links.
Wiki User
∙ 12y ago
Wiki User
∙ 12y agoA police auction is where the police department auctions off confiscated (but legal) goods.
Often the items are stolen property, for which the rightful owner cannot be traced.
The police authority will contract an auction house to dispose of goods and these auctioneers can be found all over the UK and USA.
In the case of the USA the local police authority are allowed to keep the proceeds of sales resulting in some very rich police forces, ones that break major crime syndicates.
The proceeds of crime, ie any possession that cannot be legally accounted for will be confiscated from a convicted criminal and auctioned at a 'police auction'.
More information see links and resources
Wiki User
∙ 14y agoThe police auctions that are run by the actual police department are legit, however the so-called police auctions run by private individuals are scams.
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Where can one find auctions for police cars?
There are many ways in which one can find auctions for police cars. This includes checking for local ads in their paper as well as looking on car sites such as AutoTrader.
Where can you buy used police cars on wholesale prices?
government auctions
How can i by used cars from the government or police?
Attending police auctions is a way to buy cars from the government or law enforcement.
What is sold at a government auction near me?
Government auctions are usually held by police precincts. If you call your local precinct, they can tell you when and where they are holding auctions.
Where can you buy repossessed automobiles in the US?
You can buy repossessed automobiles in the U.S. through many county auto auctions or police auto auctions. Check with your local courthouse or police department to find the next auction.
Superbikes for sale at police auctions?
Motorbikes regularly come up at auctions across the entire country. There are at least 300 auction houses in the UK alone, the largest being Manhiem and British Car Auctions. Many of these will sell bikes entered by various police authorities. Note, individual police forces do not sell goods. All items are sent to contracted auction houses. You will need to find a directory which lists all auctions houses that deal with the police authorities For more information, see Sources and Related Links.
Can police refuse to file a complaint from a citizen that has a legitimate gripe?
Police should not refuse top file a complaint form a citizen who has a legitimate gripe. There are watchdog groups that this behavior can be reported to.
Where can I find out about car auctions?
In many areas, police and local governments will hold vehicle auctions. Thrift stores and local charities are also excellent sources for auto auctions, which are generally held regularly.
Is there an online Government Auction listing?
www.usa.gov has a comprehensive list of government auctions, though local government auctions are not included, only federal. You will have to talk to your local municipality or police station to find out about local government auctions.
Is for10cents legitimate?
Like all these auctions you are paying join fees and bid fees and such that will far exceed anything that you ever do get back.
Where can one purchase a used police motorcycle?
Used police bikes can be found at police vehicle auctions. They are also available for purchase on Websites such as eBay Motors, or for sale on Craigslist.
Where can one find online car auctions?
Online car auctions can be found on sites such as eBay, Auto Trader and Copart Auctions. Many local and state governments also offer information on auctions of automobiles seized buy Police, Sheriff, DHS and other government agencies.
