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VT H0591
VT H0591An act relating to limiting the circumstances under which an asset is subject to judicial forfeiture
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Introduced
01/07/2026
01/07/2026
In Committee
01/07/2026
01/07/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Session
Bill Summary
This bill proposes to limit judicial forfeiture proceedings to circumstances in which the person is convicted of the underlying criminal offense and to deposit all proceeds from the sale of forfeited property, after offset, into the General Fund.
AI Summary
This bill aims to reform judicial forfeiture proceedings by requiring a conviction for the underlying criminal offense before an asset can be seized and sold. Currently, forfeiture can sometimes occur without a conviction. The bill also mandates that all money generated from the sale of forfeited property, after any necessary expenses are deducted, will be deposited into the state's General Fund, which is the primary account for state government revenue and expenditures.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Read first time and referred to the Committee on Judiciary (on 01/07/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://legislature.vermont.gov/bill/status/2026/H.591 |
| BillText | https://legislature.vermont.gov/Documents/2026/Docs/BILLS/H-0591/H-0591%20As%20Introduced.pdf |
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