California Governor Signs Bill Protecting Californians from Civil Asset Forfeiture Abuse

Law Requires Conviction In Most Cases Before Permanent Loss of Property

Asset Forfeiture Reform Bill Signed Into Law Is One Of The Most Far Reaching Protection of Due Process And Property Rights

SACRAMENTO — California Governor Jerry Brown on Thursday signed into law a bill that would in most cases prevent law enforcement agencies from profiting from seized cash or property unless a person has been convicted of a crime. The law is one of the country’s most far-reaching protections against civil asset forfeiture abuse.

Senate Bill 443,…