Illinois bcame the 25th state to pass civil asset forefeiture reform.
5 highlights from the bill:
- Agencies must report their forfeiture expenditures publicly & in a searchable format
- Rulemaking will ensure noncompliant agencies have their funds withheld;
- Require regular, independent audits for the State Asset Forfeiture Fund;
- New notice requirements; and
- Shift the burden of proof from the property owner onto the state