Civil & Criminal Forfeiture: Federal and State Practice

Provides a practical, comprehensive treatment and analysis of the primary forfeiture provisions enacted by Congress and legislatures. Analyzes major cases, interpreting forfeiture statutes, including forms and samples of pleadings. Provides step-by-step guidance to the practice and handling of forfeiture cases in state and federal courts, including pre-trial proceedings, the trial, and post-trial motions. Covers statutes relating to narcotics, money laundering, administrative proceedings instituted by law enforcement agencies, and real property. Includes RICO statutes concerning forfeiture, including pertinent civil and criminal provisions and their judicial interpretations. Also discusses relevant cases relating to forfeiture of attorney fees.