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