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Asset Forfeiture

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Asset forfeiture is a tool used by law enforcement at all levels. Money is a big player in most all criminal activities and is the motivation behind the scenes. By seizing the money you can slow down or stop some of the criminal activities. However money is not the only thing that is seized, many times automobiles, boats, and planes will seized as well other types of criminal tools. These items could also be houses land and/or anything connected to the crime or criminal activity. The items that are forfeited most be involved with the crime that the individual is being charged and used in the commission of the crime. These seized items will be held until disposition of the case and a verdict is rendered. If a guilty verdict is found then
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