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Texas State and Federal Asset Forfeiture

If you are facing drug charges, particularly drug distribution charges, it is possible you will have certain assets seized during or immediately following your arrest. Your assets may be seized if you are charged with other crimes as well including theft of any property. However, it is up to state or federal governments to prove, beyond a doubt, those assets were obtained as a result of illegal activities.

ALL PROPERTY IS AT RISK


When the state or federal government begins to seize assets, no property is spared, regardless of whether it is solely or jointly owned. The property may include cash, bank accounts, recreational vehicles, motor vehicles and even your home. Texas law provides for a 30 day period for judicial review of seizure during which time you may retain the assets provided an agreement is in place to turn them over if you lose your case.


Loss of property due to asset forfeiture can have a devastating impact on your family, and may impact your ability to pay for a defense against any charges against you. You need to fight back quickly and aggressively by hiring an attorney who understands the forfeiture laws and how they apply to your case.


At The Crawshaw Law Firm, PLLC we understand how asset seizure can impact your family and we will do everything in our power to prove your assets should be returned to your family. If your property has been seized due to criminal charges against you anywhere in Texas, contact me here or call my office at (210) 595-1553.



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