Civil Asset Forfeiture Lege Trend. State #17 Passes Reform.

The 17th state to reform civil asset forfeiture laws: Ohio

What does Ohio’s bill do?

• Limits the crimes for which civil asset forfeiture is permissible
• Switches the burden of proof to the state and away from the Defendant
• Prevents civil asset forefeiture for amounts below $15,000

The opposition:

• law enforcement organizations
• Ohio Prosecuting Attorneys Association

Reason.com | Ohio Legislature Passes Civil Asset Forfeiture Reform