H7289 — Prohibits civil asset forfeiture regarding violations of the controlled substances laws until a criminal conviction is obtained.

H7289 — Prohibits civil asset forfeiture regarding violations of the controlled substances laws until a criminal conviction is obtained. · Informed CitizenryThis bill aims to change how Rhode Island law enforcement can seize assets related to drug offenses. Currently, law enforcement agencies have powers that allow them to take property (civil asset fo…Open in Informed Citizenry