“The [DNR] or any other peace officer may impound the ORV of a person who commits a violation of [MCL 324.81101 et seq.,] that is punishable as a misdemeanor or who causes damage to the particular area in which the ORV was used in the commission of the violation.” MCL 324.81147(6).
“Upon conviction of a person for violation described in [MCL 324.81147(6)], a court of competent jurisdiction may order the ORV and any personal property on the ORV seized as a result of the violation returned to the owner or, upon recommendation of the local prosecuting attorney, turned over to the [DNR].” MCL 324.81147(7). “An ORV or any other property turned over to the [DNR] under [MCL 324.81147(7)] shall be disposed of in the manner provided for condemnation of property in [MCL 324.1601 et seq.] The proceeds realized by the [DNR] under [MCL 324.81147(7)] shall first be used to restore areas damaged by ORV use, and any balance shall be deposited in the off-road vehicle account.” MCL 324.81147(7).