Retired Marine Scores Legal Victory As Judge Blocks Nevada Law Enforcement From Using Federal Loophole
In a case brought by Stephen Lara, a judge ruled that Nevada law enforcement cannot use an “equitable sharing” civil ...
‘This is personal’: Marine veteran reacts to judgment on federal loophole police used to seize his cash
A judge ruled Nevada Highway Patrol overstepped its legal authority when it seized nearly $90,000 from a Marine Corps veteran ...
Nevada Judge to Nevada Cops: You Can't Use This Loophole To Get Around Civil Asset Forfeiture Reform
In the first decision of its kind in Nevada, a judge ruled last week that state law enforcement can't evade stricter requirements for seizing cash and property by partnering with the federal ...
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Marine vet fights back after cops seized $87,000
A Marine veteran is fighting back and warning about a lack of accountability after the Nevada Highway Patrol seized $87,000 ...
Court strikes blow to police moneymaking scheme
Looking for a payday, the Nevada State Police seized the money without arresting Lara or accusing him of a crime. The government then tried to keep the money permanently, using a trick to sidestep the ...
Nevada court stops federal loophole used for civil forfeitures
A Nevada judge ruled that state law enforcement can’t use a federal program to circumvent state law that protects property ...