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The Innocent Owner Defense To Civil Forfeiture Proceedings, Peter David Houtz Jan 1997

The Innocent Owner Defense To Civil Forfeiture Proceedings, Peter David Houtz

University of Richmond Law Review

The Constitution of the United States prohibits the deprivation of "life, liberty, or property, without due process of law." The Constitution also expressly states that private property may not be "taken" by the government without "just compensation." Seizures and forfeitures of personal and real property without notification or hearing and without compensation have, however, become a powerful tool used by the government to deter crime.


University Of Richmond Law Review Jan 1997

University Of Richmond Law Review

University of Richmond Law Review

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Annual Survey Of Virginia Law: Civil Practice And Procedure, David D. Hopper Jan 1997

Annual Survey Of Virginia Law: Civil Practice And Procedure, David D. Hopper

University of Richmond Law Review

Virginia courts and the General Assembly have effected several changes in civil practice and procedure during the past year. This article focuses on some significant developments and interests to the general litigation attorney.