The Florida Contraband Forfeiture Act

If you have been charged with a crime that is tied to your personal property or assets, you may be wondering what will happen to your property. It is important for you and your family that your personal assets are properly defended and not wrongfully seized. The Florida Contraband Forfeiture Act outlines how property should be handled in the event of a criminal charge.

If you are facing criminal charges, it is important that your rights are defended. This includes legally protecting your property against illegal seizure. If you have been charged with a crime, you need an experienced attorney to defend your rights. Please contact the West Palm Beach criminal defense attorneys at Eric N. Klein & Associates, P.A., by calling 561-353-2800.

Illegal Seizure

The Florida Contraband Forfeiture Act regulates the handling of seized property in criminal cases. This Act has been the subject of some debate after the 1999 case of Florida V. White, in which the United State Supreme Court reversed the decision of the Florida Supreme Court. It is important for every citizen to understand their Fourth Amendment rights and for them to be properly upheld by the courts. The Fourth Amendment protects citizens against the following.

  • Search without a warrant
  • Seizure without a warrant
  • Search without probable cause
  • Seizure without probable cause

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If you feel that your rights have been violated, you need a strong, experienced criminal defense lawyer to protect your freedoms. Please contact the West Palm Beach criminal defense attorneys at Eric N. Klein & Associates, P.A., by calling 561-353-2800.

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