· RI legislature · 2026

AN ACT RELATING TO FOOD AND DRUGS -- UNIFORM CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES ACT -- POWERS OF ENFORCEMENT PERSONNEL -- CIVIL FORFEITURE PROCEDURE

Prohibits civil asset forfeiture regarding violations of the controlled substances laws until a criminal conviction is obtained.

Sponsor

Cherie Cruz (D-RI)

Introduced

2026-01-23

Policy area

Crime and Law Enforcement

Latest action

02/05/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study