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Police can take money, cars and other property from Kansans through a process called civil asset forfeiture. Police say it’s a tool that stops criminals. But opponents say law enforcement takes too mu
Americans for Prosperity Foundation found from 2019-2022, KHP seized over $6 million from motorists. Less than 20% have been convicted of a crime.
Kansas lawmakers consider bills on cash seizures by police
TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — Kansas lawmakers are considering two proposals that would make it harder for police to seize and keep cash and property from people suspected in crimes. The Topeka Capital-Journal reports that one bill would require law enforcement to get a criminal conviction before seizing assets.
Kansas bills would require police to get a criminal conviction before civil asset forfeiture proceedings, a proposal opposed by law enforcement.