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Police keep taking more and more stuff from people without charging them for crimes

Over the past several years, law enforcement officials have seized…

Legislation on the move in California to protect innocent property owners from abuse of civil asset forfeiture

The California Senate considered a bill on Wednesday that would…

Civil Asset Forfeiture: Grading the States

Civil asset forfeiture is a unique area of law in which the government…

Police seize property and cash in questionable raids

Michigan laws allow police to seize assets even when no criminal…

Property Seized, Money Taken – But No Crime

Editor's Note: One of the gentleman, Wally Kowalski, was arrested…

Rand Paul: How feds can legally steal your money

Editor’s Note: Rand Paul, a Republican, is a U.S. senator from…

Dirty money: How asset forfeiture is returning billions to the federal coffers

It’s like an unforgettable scene from the television crime…

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On a bright Thursday afternoon in 2007, Jennifer Boatright, a…

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Forfeiture Attorney in Bloomington, CA – Protect Your Assets
Are your assets at risk due to federal seizure or civil asset forfeiture? At Forfeiture USA, we understand the devastating impact these legal actions …
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Airport Cash Seizures: What to Do if TSA or DEA Takes Your Money
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Innocent Owner Defense in Asset Forfeiture: Protecting Your Property Rights
Many people lose property to civil forfeiture despite never being charged with a crime. The “innocent owner” defense is meant to help innocent third parties recover their property, but it can be an uphill battle. Learn how this defense works, the challenges owners face in proving their innocence, and how to improve your chances of getting seized property back.
Cryptocurrency Forfeiture: When the Government Seizes Digital Assets
Cryptocurrency Forfeiture: When the Government Seizes Digital Assets Crypto: The New Frontier of Asset Forfeiture Over the past decade, cryptocurrency has evolved from a niche tech curiosity to a major financial asset – and with that rise comes attention from law enforcement. Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other digital coins are now routinely seized by government agencies […]
Due Process in Civil Forfeiture: Are Property Owners’ Rights Protected?
When the government takes your property under civil forfeiture, do you get your “day in court” promptly? Recent events – including a Supreme Court decision that went against property owners – reveal a justice system struggling to balance law enforcement goals with due process rights. Explore why timely hearings and fair procedures are often lacking in forfeiture cases, and what reforms are on the horizon to protect innocent owners.