A. Within thirty days after the date of service of the notice required by section 28-4594, any person claiming an interest in the item seized may file a verified claim, signed by the claimant, disputing the contraband status of the item seized. The verified claim shall include the following:

1. 1. A statement that the claimant is the lawful owner of the item seized and the basis, including documentation, for the claim of ownership.
2. 2. A statement setting forth which portions of the seized item are claimed not to be contraband and the basis for each claim.

E. On return of a motor vehicle or a major component part of a vehicle that can be rendered noncontraband by obtaining a special serial number pursuant to section 28-2165, the person who is awarded possession of the item shall apply to the department within ten days after taking possession for assignment of a special serial number pursuant to section 28-2165 and shall file with the court proof that the application was made. After the granting or denial of an application for a special serial number, the person who is awarded possession of the item shall file proof with the court that a special serial number was obtained or denied. If the application is denied:

1. 1. The court shall order the person awarded possession of the item to return the item to the seizing agency.
2. 2. The seizing agency shall sell or otherwise dispose of the item.
3. 3. The proceeds of the disposition, less any costs incurred by the seizing agency, shall be returned to the claimant proving lawful ownership at the claimant's address of record.