We'll destroy his career,” he joked, to laughter from the law enforcement officials in the room. While many people are unfamiliar with the practice, asset forfeiture is widespread. Critics of asset forfeiture policies say the broad leeway afforded to law enforcement officers in most states creates a system ripe for abuse. But reports of asset forfeiture abuse suffered by American citizens have become more common. But Trump's nominee to lead the Justice Department, Sen. Jeff Sessions, has been an enthusiastic proponent of civil asset forfeiture.

Source: Washington Post February 07, 2017 20:38 UTC