HB 5081 Summary

• Requires all seizing agencies to submit monthly reports to the Michigan Department of State Police beginning February 1, 2014, detailing all property seized under forfeiture laws.

• Reports must include 17 specific data points including the alleged crime, seizure date, conviction status, property description and value, forfeiture details, attorney representation, final disposition, and expenses deducted from proceeds.

• Mandates separate reporting for state and federal forfeitures, with null reports required from agencies with no seizures during the reporting period.

• Authorizes the Department of State Police to charge fees to agencies for reporting compliance and permits withholding law enforcement funds from non-compliant agencies.

• Requires the Department of State Police to file an annual analysis report by February 1 each year with the legislature and post findings on its website, including recommendations to improve the fairness and administration of forfeiture proceedings.