HB 4908·WV·house
To require a guilty verdict, before any property of any type are taken from an individual
In CommitteeFiled Jan 29, 2026
Sponsor: Anders
Latest Action
To House Judiciary
Jan 29, 2026
Summary
The bill eliminates civil asset forfeiture by making a criminal conviction a prerequisite for taking any property. It protects all property owners—including innocent owners and secured‑interest holders—by adding notice, hearing, and representation requirements. The measure aims to safeguard due‑process rights while still allowing forfeiture in criminal cases.
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