Posted on 03/16/2022 5:41:52 PM PDT by RandFan
Snitches have a new way to make money in Charlotte, North Carolina. By texting the FBI and tattling on people that have illegal cash, informants can make up to 25 percent of the money seized, according to an FBI news release. Jilted lovers, jealous friends, and nosy neighbors can now score big. The good news for anyone tempted by the offer is that federal law makes asset confiscation far too easy.
By using civil forfeiture, law enforcement agencies can take cash, cars, and other assets without convicting anyone of wrongdoing. The government doesn't have to make an arrest, develop a theory about a specific crime, or even witness illegal behavior. Agents can bypass the criminal courtroom altogether.
According to the release, the tip line is designed to help agents intercept drug trafficking shipments through Charlotte. An example campaign graphic shows two agents gazing at a large pile of cash in the trunk of a car. A glowing neon headline reads: "Shine a light on drug trafficking." The fine print focuses on the kickback, stating that if the tip "on where drug cash is being stored or transported" pans out, "you could receive up to 25% of the seized money." The message is clear: snitching can be rewarding. But the ad fails to mention four important details.
First, possessing cash is not a crime. The ad suggests that storing or transporting large amounts of currency is somehow wrong, yet neither activity is illegal. Many people conduct legitimate business in cash out of necessity—more than 5 percent of U.S. households are "unbanked," meaning no household member has access to a checking or savings account.
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Unbelievable.
remember boys and girls ....
SNITCHES GET STITCHES!!!!
just mind your own business and keep your nose outta mine or by some mystical magical means it just might get hurt!!!
TURN IN HUNTER BIDEN!!
If you reported every democrat in your area... odds are good 25-50% will be criminals
I don’t know how asset forfeiture ever got past constitutional muster. It is patently unconstitutional on any level.
I wonder how much their friggin’ “insurrection” fiasco is costing the taxpayers.
I’m not part of everyone, then.
If the FBI operates like the IRS, and it’s likely worse, the person dropping a tip is also investigated for illegal actions.
Never talk to the FBI.
After, there is a case to be made. But CAF which happens without someone even being arrested and charged is just plain wrong and it is un-American.
The government just gets more corrupt with each passing day.
Forget party affiliation.
Just report politicians and your odds of collecting rewards will go up substantially.
If I reported every Dumbocrat and RINO in my area, I could retire!
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