[P-51]

Probably, hopefully.

"Civil asset forfeiture focuses solely on the connection
between property and unlawful activity and is not dependant on any criminal
charges or convictions."

I think this is what the AG was referring too. If I understand it right, the case goes to court completely as a stand-alone issue. It's not an if-then. If you get convicted of a crime, then they can confiscate your things.

I'm guessing, you can be charged with using your car for unlawful purposes, and that is tested in court individually. It's not reliant on you being found guilty of street racing *first*.

So, at least it appears you get your day in court.

HOWEVER, I'm guessing they have the power to initiate these proceedings whenever they feel like it. Which means your car is impounded.

So, while you may get your day in court, your car could sit for... a long time in impound. And then if you prove your innocence... you just get an "oops, sorry 'bout that, but here's your car back. Don't mind the dust, 4 flat tires, varnished fuel system and vandalism."

Wonder if they also hit you with the storage fee too.

We've seen that happen with drinking and driving... Blow an 0.05, still under the limit, but you get pulled in anyway and thrown in jail overnight. And you get to pay the towing and impound fees. When you haven't broken any laws.