Name
Civil Asset Forfeiture: A Useful Tool or a Violation of Property Rights?
Date & Time
Thursday, October 26, 2017, 4:00 PM - 4:50 PM
John Malcolm Darpana Sheth George Terwilliger, III
Description
Civil asset forfeiture—a practice that allows law enforcement to seize and keep property they suspect is associated with crime—has sparked debate in recent years. Supporters of the practice argue that it is a necessary crime-fighting tool. Advocates for reform counter that putting the burden on individuals to prove their property was not associated with a crime is a due process violation. While many states have passed reforms to rein in the practice, the U.S. Department of Justice has expanded its use. What will become of the tension between state and federal policies in this area? Are defending individual liberty and protecting public safety at odds? Join as panelists from both persuasions discuss these and other questions.
Session Type
Breakout Session