An Act relative to civil asset forfeiture data reporting
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill requires the state to collect and publicly report data on civil asset forfeiture cases. Specifically, it mandates the reporting of information such as the type of asset seized, the charges against the owner, and the outcome of the case. The goal is to increase transparency and accountability in the process of civil asset forfeiture, which allows law enforcement to seize property suspected of being connected to criminal activity without a criminal conviction.
Key provisions
- Requires the collection of data on civil asset forfeiture cases.
- Mandates the reporting of details about seized assets.
- Requires reporting of charges against property owners.
- Requires reporting of the outcome of forfeiture cases.
- Establishes a public database for this information.
- Defines ‘civil asset forfeiture’ for reporting purposes.
- Specifies the agencies responsible for data collection and reporting.
- Sets a deadline for the initial data report.
Who is affected
- Law enforcement agencies
- Individuals and businesses whose property is subject to forfeiture
- The public
- State government agencies
- The Department of Revenue
Notable changes
- Increases transparency regarding civil asset forfeiture procedures.
- Provides greater public access to information about forfeiture cases.
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Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Nicholas A. Boldyga
Cosponsor
Nicholas A. Boldyga
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