Civil asset forfeiture is a dangerous tool

South Africa’s civil forfeiture law is based on American law…

Controversial civil forfeiture program back in action

In 2012, Alda Gentile, her son and baby grandson were driving…

Sessions Creates DOJ Asset Forfeiture Watchdog

Attorney General Jeff Sessions is setting up a unit to oversee…

Yes, the government can steal your stuff

Authorities don’t need a conviction or even for a suspect to…

How the government can steal your stuff: 6 questions about civil asset forfeiture answered

Editor’s note: Should someone wearing a badge have the power…

Policing for Profit: Law Enforcement Agencies Abuse Civil Asset Forfeiture

While crime may not pay, policing can be very profitable when…

Trump Just Resurrected the Ugly Practice Known as Civil Forfeiture for No Reason

Civil asset forfeiture is the latest dangerous from the Trump…

America’s Asset-Forfeiture Scam Is Law Enforcement’s Disgrace

If Congress won’t act, the Supreme Court may move to rein in…

Civil Asset Forfeiture: Where Due Process Goes to Die

Police can take your money or property and keep it, even if no…

Home, Assets Tied Up For Years As Family Awaits Forfeiture Process

Questions raised about how law enforcement freezes property during…