New Haven, Connecticut Asset Forfeiture Lawyer

Asset forfeiture is the confiscation by the state or federal government of property when that property is demonstrated to be purchased from the proceeds of criminal activity. Any kind of property can be seized-from cars and homes to boats and airplanes to bank accounts and businesses. Perhaps the most disturbing thing is that the government does not have to return the property if the individual is found not guilty or if criminal charges are dropped.

If you have received notice from the government regarding property seizure, contact Williams and Barber immediately. The sooner you act, the more likely we can protect your rights and obtain a favorable result in your asset forfeiture case.

Asset forfeiture is practiced in many areas of criminal law. The vast majority of asset forfeiture cases are drug cases. The Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO) targets crimes that were committed as part of a large criminal organization. If law enforcement and federal agencies find paraphernalia, you may be charged with drug manufacturing defense. It will be suspected that your car, home, money and any other property was bought with proceeds of drug distribution and sales.

Asset forfeiture involves elements of civil law and criminal law. In essence, the government is "suing" the property and not the person who has been charged with the crime. The property owner does not have to be charged with a crime or be convicted of the crime. Legal action will be required to attempt to get the property back.

Attorney Jerald Barber provides vigorous and experienced legal help to people who have been victims of asset forfeiture. The process can be scary and frustrating, but positive resolutions can be obtained. Contact our firm to learn more and schedule a free consultation.