This law section outlines the process for distributing assets forfeited through criminal proceedings in Virginia. It specifies that proceeds from sales of forfeited property are to be deposited into a special fund and shared with law enforcement agencies to support law enforcement activities, community relations, and training, with a 10% retention for administrative costs. The law emphasizes proper use of forfeited assets solely for official law enforcement purposes.
Proceeds are deposited into a special fund and shared with law enforcement agencies to support their activities, community relations, and training efforts.
No, forfeited assets and proceeds can only be used in the course of employment and official duties, not for personal use.
Ten percent of the proceeds are retained by the Department to cover administrative costs and are held in a nonreverting Asset Sharing Administrative Fund.
After deducting expenses, the assets are paid into the state treasury and then allocated to law enforcement agencies to promote law enforcement and community engagement.