MA H1774

Raises the standard of proof for civil asset forfeiture from "probable cause" to "beyond a reasonable doubt," matching the criminal conviction standard

Creates a Special Public Attorney and Drug Rehabilitation Trust Fund within the State Treasurer's Office to replace the existing special law enforcement trust fund, redirecting forfeiture proceeds to fund indigent defense in forfeiture cases and drug treatment/prevention programs

Requires a mandatory stay on civil forfeiture proceedings until the related criminal case is fully adjudicated, including any appeals

For property seizures valued at $3,000 or more, requires law enforcement to file a court complaint with a $1,000 filing fee and $1,500 bond payable to claimants if they prevail

Mandates annual public reporting by January 31 from the attorney general, district attorneys, and police departments detailing trust fund balances, deposits, distributions, expenditures, case numbers, and program outcomes