FL S1496

Prohibits state and local law enforcement from transferring property seized under state law to federal agencies for federal forfeiture under the Controlled Substances Act.

Requires law enforcement participating in joint task forces with the Federal Government to transfer seized property worth $100,000 or less (excluding contraband value) to state prosecutors for state law forfeiture proceedings.

Prevents agencies from accepting forfeiture proceeds from the Federal Government if federal law prohibits transfer to state authorities and forces federal forfeiture instead.

Allows agencies to transfer property valued over $100,000 to the Federal Government for federal forfeiture proceedings.

Does not restrict law enforcement seizure authority or prevent federal agencies acting independently from seizing property and pursuing federal forfeiture.