MN HF1082

Requires a criminal conviction before property can be forfeited in judicial proceedings related to controlled substance offenses and drive-by shootings, effective August 1, 2014.

Allows forfeiture without conviction only when a person agrees to provide information about another person's criminal activity and is not charged under drug laws in exchange.

Modifies judicial forfeiture hearing timelines to occur within 90 days after conclusion of criminal prosecution, rather than up to 180 days.

Requires the prosecuting authority to prove by clear and convincing evidence that property is an instrument or proceeds of the underlying offense.

Eliminates the evidentiary presumption that previously benefited law enforcement in controlled substance forfeiture cases.