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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
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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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