Forfeitures — Us Code Code § 2428
Us Code Code § 2428 — Forfeitures. Reproduced from the official United States Code, with a citation summary, verification link, and related provisions.
§ 2428. Forfeitures
(a)
(1) such person's interest in any property, real or personal, that was used or intended to be used to commit or to facilitate the commission of such violation; and
(2) any property, real or personal, constituting or derived from any proceeds that such person obtained, directly or indirectly, as a result of such violation.
(b)
(1)
(A) Any property, real or personal, used or intended to be used to commit or to facilitate the commission of any violation of this chapter.
(B) Any property, real or personal, that constitutes or is derived from proceeds traceable to any violation of this chapter.
(2)
(Added Pub. L. 109–164, title I, §103(d)(1), Jan. 10, 2006, 119 Stat. 3563.)
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