Category Archives: Civil Asset Forfeiture

NYC auctioned a liened vehicle without a hearing, violating due process rights of secured creditors.
New York City’s Scofflaw Law Requires a Hearing to Meet 14th Amendment Due Process Concerns

Mercedes-Benz lawsuit reveals how NYC’s Scofflaw law violated the 14th Amendment rights of secured creditors.

14
Apr
What is The Standard for Proving Forfeitability in Illinois Today?

Illinois now requires preponderance of evidence to prove forfeitability, marking a shift in the standard...

21
Nov
Unpaid Parking Tickets and Vehicle Forfeiture: Legal Insights from O’Donnell v. City of Chicago

The O'Donnell v. City of Chicago ruling clarifies vehicle forfeiture's legality for unpaid parking tickets...

09
Oct
Lien Holders Must Receive Notice of Seizure But Consequential Damages Are Unlikely

In TD Auto Fin. LLC v. County of Putnam, the court emphasizes lienholder notice requirements...

26
Sep
The Doctrine of Laches: Ensuring Compliance with State Lien Law and Timely Notice to Lien Holders

The Toyota Lease Trust case illustrates how the doctrine of laches impacts garage liens, focusing...

26
Sep