Bill Title: As introduced, changes the burden of proof for asset forfeitures from a preponderance of the evidence to clear and convincing evidence; requires a criminal conviction, with certain limited exceptions, before a forfeiture may be completed; makes various other revisions to asset forfeiture provisions. - Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 11, Part 7; Title 40, Chapter 33 and Title 53, Chapter 11.

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Republican 1-0)

Status: (Introduced - Dead) 2016-03-14 - Re-refer to Senate Cal. Comm. [SB1494 Detail]

Text: Latest bill text (Draft #2) [PDF]

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Voting Records

Chamber	Vote	Date	Yea	Nay	NV	Abs	Total	Result	Source	View
Senate	SENATE JUDICIARY COMMITTEE: Recommended for passage with amendment/s, refer to Senate Calendar Comm. Committee Ayes 9, Nays 0 PNV 0	2016-03-08	9	0	0	0	9	Passed	Link	View

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