10 Questions
Which term is used to describe the process in which law enforcement officers take assets from people suspected of involvement with crime without charging them with wrongdoing?
Civil forfeiture
What type of dispute does civil forfeiture involve?
A dispute between law enforcement and property
What must owners do to get back their seized property in a civil forfeiture case?
Prove that the property was not involved in criminal activity
Is civil forfeiture considered to be an example of a criminal justice financial obligation?
No
What do proponents of civil forfeiture see it as?
A powerful tool to combat criminal organizations involved in the illegal drug trade
Which of the following best describes a corporate collapse?
A major business enterprise becoming insolvent or bankrupt
What is the primary characteristic of a corporate scandal?
Alleged or actual unethical behavior
Which of the following is NOT a consequence of a major corporate collapse?
Insolvency or bankruptcy
What type of scandal did the Australia & New Zealand Banking Group face?
Racial bigotry allegations
What is a common element in many recent corporate collapses and scandals?
False or inappropriate accounting
Test your knowledge on civil forfeiture in the United States with this quiz. Discover the ins and outs of this controversial legal process, including its purpose, procedures, and potential implications for individuals involved in suspected criminal activity.
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