What happens to a vehicle involved in a fleeing and eluding case?

In a fleeing and eluding case, the vehicle involved can be deemed contraband and may be seized because it was used in the commission of a crime. Law enforcement agencies have the authority to confiscate property that is believed to have been used in illegal activities, and fleeing and eluding is a serious offense that typically involves the driver attempting to evade law enforcement. This classification allows authorities to address the potential dangers associated with the vehicle being in the hands of someone who is already violating laws and possibly poses a threat to public safety. Seizing the vehicle can also serve as a deterrent against such criminal behavior.

The other options do not accurately reflect the legal procedures typically followed in such situations. For example, returning the vehicle to the owner is generally not feasible if the owner is involved in a crime. Auctioning off the vehicle may occur later but is not a direct consequence of the fleeing and eluding incident itself. Lastly, classifying the incident as a moving violation does not encompass the criminal implications and potential seizures associated with fleeing and eluding.