Recovering Property Seized Without Criminal Charges

Compassionate Representation for Civil Forfeiture Cases in Jacksonville Beach and Beyond

Civil asset forfeiture is one of the most controversial aspects of forfeiture law because it allows law enforcement to seize property without filing criminal charges against the owner. Instead, the property itself is treated as the “defendant,” and the government claims it was involved in criminal activity.

Florida Civil Asset Forfeiture: How We Fight Back

Challenging the Evidence:  We analyze the government’s claim to determine whether they have met the burden of “beyond a reasonable doubt." If their case is weak or unsupported, we aggressively challenge it in court.

Exposing Procedural Violations: Law enforcement must comply with specific deadlines and procedures. For example, under Florida Statute 932.703(2)(a), the government must apply for a probable cause order within 10 business days of the seizure. If they fail to do so, we will demand the immediate return of your property.

Proving Innocence: If you qualify as an “innocent owner,” we gather evidence to demonstrate that you were unaware of the alleged illegal activity involving your property, as outlined in Section 932.703(7)(a), Florida Statutes.

Common Assets Seized in Civil Forfeiture:

• Cash and bank accounts suspected of laundering or drug-related activity
• High-value assets like yachts, luxury cars, and private aircraft
• Real estate, including rental properties and commercial buildings