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The Supreme Court Just Struck Another Blow Against Asset Forfeiture Abuse

Bonnie Kristian
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Rare
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Alternet.org
07 June 2017

The Supreme Court appears to be on a roll where asset forfeiture is concerned. SCOTUS isn’t making any sweeping overhauls, but the trend is clearly toward reform. Back in April, the court ruled 7-1 that Colorado can’t keep fines, court costs, and other money taken from defendants if their convictions are overturned. “Colorado may not presume…

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