Forfeiture
Law enforcement agencies across several U.S. states are increasingly seizing cryptocurrencies linked to criminal activities, even in the absence of specific legislation. Connecticut and Texas have enacted laws explicitly allowing such forfeitures, while other states rely on broader existing statutes. Challenges persist in compensating victims amid volatile asset values.
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The Supreme Court has ruled that wealth exceeding a public official's lawful income is presumed ill-gotten and can be forfeited, even if registered under others' names. This decision upholds the forfeiture of assets belonging to retired Lt. Gen. Jacinto Ligot and his family. The ruling reinforces anti-corruption measures under Republic Act 1379.