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by bitminer 2315 days ago
At least she was convicted.

Up here in the monarchy of Canada unconvicted persons can lose millions

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/bc-administr...

It is common for the civil forfeiture office to attack accused persons prior to trial, denying them access to their own funds for paying a defence attorney. They can remain in pre-trial custody without legal representation for years.

They are currently litigating for seizure of three hells angels clubhouses on the theory they could be used in the future to engage in unlawful activity. 2019 BCSC 1421.