Civil Asset Forfeiture

Civil Asset Forfeiture covers laws and procedures that allow law enforcement to seize money, vehicles, real estate, and other property suspected of being connected to a crime—often without a criminal conviction. It includes how forfeiture cases are initiated and challenged, deadlines and notice requirements, defenses and due process rights, and options for recovering seized property.

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Asset Forfeiture – How the Government Can Keep Your Cash Without Charging You
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Asset Forfeiture – How the Government Can Keep Your Cash Without Charging You

May 2, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert
Civil asset forfeiture lets the government seize and keep your cash without charging you if it claims the money is tied to suspected crime. In many cases the case is against the property, and you must file deadlines and prove lawful ownership to get it back. This article explains how forfeiture works, common triggers, and […]
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