Opinion
CIVIL ACTION NO. 3:07CV813-MHT (WO).
October 5, 2007
ORDER
Upon review of the file in this case, the court has determined that claimant Rex A. May, Sr. has filed an unsworn claim. An unsworn claim is insufficient to confer standing on May as a claimant. Accordingly, and for good cause, it is
ORDERED that Rex A. May, Sr. may file a verified claim stating his right or interest in the property which is the subject of this action on or before October 22, 2007. May must serve an answer to the complaint within twenty days after filing the verified claim. 18 U.S.C. § 983(a)(4)(A); Supplemental Rules for Admiralty and Maritime Claims and Asset Forfeiture Actions, Rule C(6). May is advised that if he fails to file a verified claim within the time allowed by the court, his claim may be disallowed.
May may swear to his claim before a notary authorized to administer oaths or may, alternatively, sign a declaration under penalty of perjury in the form authorized by 28 U.S.C. § 1746.