New York FOR-2007-71 Forfeiture of Collateral in Lieu of Appearance (supersedes # 41).pdf is a document issued by the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance. It outlines the procedure for forfeiting collateral in lieu of appearance for criminal cases in the state of New York. The document outlines the process for the forfeiture of cash, negotiable instruments, securities, or other forms of property that are offered as surety or security for an accused's appearance in court. It also includes instructions for the filing of a lien, the procedure for disposing of collateral, and the procedure for the return of collateral if the accused appears in court. This document supersedes previous versions of the New York FOR-2007-71 Forfeiture of Collateral in Lieu of Appearance, specifically version #41.