Motion to Suppress in Forfeiture Cases
When your money or property is seized without a warrant, one of the most important defenses in the case requires filing a motion to suppress illegally obtain evidence after an unlawful stop, prolonged detention, a warrantless search, or the seizure of evidence.
Seizures of Real Estate for Forfeiture
Under the 2009 Asset Forfeiture Policy Manual published by the U.S. Department of Justice, Criminal Defense, Money Laundering and Asset Recovery Section, law enforcement officers should engage in pre-seizure planning questionnaires and documentation before seizure real estate for forfeiture.