How the Press Exaggerated Holder's Forfeiture Reform
The change leaves untouched the vast majority of loot that state and local agencies get from federal asset grabs.
Criminal Justice
The Fine Print in Holder's New Forfeiture Policy Leaves Room for Continued Abuses
An exception for joint task forces allows evasion of state property protections.
Over $455,000 Seized from Medical Marijuana Patient Slapped with Civil Asset Forfeiture
Patient says "there's no such thing as innocent until proven guilty"
The Perverse Forfeiture Incentives Created by Equitable Sharing
The DOJ program allowed police and prosecutors to bypass state limits on asset seizures.
Best of Reason on Asset Forfeiture: We've Had Your Back for Decades
Eric Holder finally listens.
Eric Holder Orders End to DOJ Program that Shares Seized Assets with Police
System was rife with abuse, encouraging law enforcement agencies to take people's property without charging them with crimes.
Larry Flynt Fights to Shed Light on Missouri's Mysterious Death Penalty Drugs
Missouri, like many states, is secretive about the drugs it uses in executions.
Arkansas Officer Fired for Reporting That Undercover Cop Was Having Sex with Prostitute
Don Paul Bales is suing the Fort Smith police department to get his job back
In Seattle, Crime of 'Patronizing a Prostitute' Redefined as 'Sexual Exploitation'
'Words matter,' said Seattle City Attorney Pete Holmes.
Drug Warriors Say They Use Mutilating Grenades for Safety
ProPublica exposes cops' promiscuous use of flash-bangs.
Use of Chokeholds "Alarming," Says NYPD Inspector General's Report
Disciplining offending officers is "complex" and "inconsistent."
Mistrial in Richard Combs Trial, Police Chief Who Fatally Shot Unarmed Man Trying to Leave Town Hall
Richard Combs shot Bernard Bailey in Eutawville, South Carolina, the jury deadlocked on murder and manslaughter charges.
Warrior Cops Use Pepper Spray, Tear Gas on Celebrating Ohio State Students
School spirit never hurt this bad.
