11-6-26 - 10am - The World of Civil Asset Forfeiture

 

In a shocking case that's got everyone talking, a Chicago man lost his car to the city after racking up just two parking tickets. But here's the kicker: he didn't even own the car. He was just the co-signer on the loan. This episode delves into the world of civil asset forfeiture, where the city takes your property without due process. The speaker explores the case of Ryan O'Donnell, who lost his car to the city after they sold it for scrap, and the case of Michael Gore, who had his car taken despite not owing any tickets. The city's scheme is built on a clever loophole that allows them to claim your car as punishment for someone else's debt.

The speaker takes us through the intricacies of the law, explaining how the city's ordinance works and how it's been used to take cars from people who don't even own them. We hear from Justice Sonia Sotomayor, who wrote a scathing opinion in the case, calling the city's scheme "vast and lucrative." The speaker also discusses the implications of this case, including the potential for the city to take your car without due process.

The city's argument is that taking your car is an exercise of their police power, but the speaker argues that this is just a clever way of saying "debt collection." We hear from a lawyer who explains how the city's scheme is actually a form of civil forfeiture, where the government takes your property without due process. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who's ever received a parking ticket or wondered how the city can take your car without your permission.

If you're concerned about your rights as a citizen, this episode is a must-listen. The speaker takes us through the complexities of the law and explains how you can protect yourself from the city's scheme. Don't miss this eye-opening episode that will leave you wondering how the city can get away with taking your car without due process.

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