Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to override a veto of a bill that amends asset forfeiture regulations relating to controlled substance violations.

Highlights:

• Establishes a $300 minimum for the forfeiture of money used in connection with a controlled substance violation (Sec. 1).

• Specifies that any amount of money directly connected to the distribution of a controlled substance is subject to forfeiture (Sec. 1).

• Requires the state to establish by a preponderance of evidence that a controlled substance violation occurred with an individual’s actual knowledge before his or her property is forfeited (Sec. 1).

• Prohibits the state from transferring seized property to a law enforcement agency, unless a criminal case related to the seizure is prosecuted or the owner of the property consents (Sec. 1).

Full Bill Text

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to override a veto of a bill that amends asset forfeiture regulations relating to controlled substance violations.

Highlights:

• Establishes a $300 minimum for the forfeiture of money used in connection with a controlled substance violation (Sec. 1).

• Specifies that any amount of money directly connected to the distribution of a controlled substance is subject to forfeiture (Sec. 1).

• Requires the state to establish by a preponderance of evidence that a controlled substance violation occurred with an individual’s actual knowledge before his or her property is forfeited (Sec. 1).

• Prohibits the state from transferring seized property to a law enforcement agency, unless a criminal case related to the seizure is prosecuted or the owner of the property consents (Sec. 1).

Full Bill Text

Vetoed by Governor Larry Hogan, Jr.