Vote Recommendation | Economic Freedom | Property Rights | Personal Responsibility | Limited Government | Individual Liberty |
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Yes | Neutral | Positive | Neutral | Neutral | Neutral |
Summary: Under current law, a county or municipality may transfer funds from a criminal asset forfeiture account to general revenue to compensate an individual whose property was damaged due to a criminal pursuit. HB 1931 extends this authority to attorneys representing the State.
Analysis: This strengthens property rights by providing a greater opportunity for private citizens to be made whole if their property is damaged by law enforcement in the course of criminal pursuit. We support HB 1931.