Principle

CRIMINAL LAW -Forfeiture -Proof in Forfeiture Proceedings

Area of law
CRIMINAL LAW
Court
Supreme Court

Forfeiture proceedings are civil in nature despite being attached to criminal trials. The standard of proof is the balance of probabilities. The principle applies to restitution and forfeiture orders. The prosecution must show that the property is linked to the crime. The burden is on…

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