[CSM]

"This is a State of Texas asset forfeiture. I have no idea how their asset forfeiture laws work and how they're implemented. That's all up to the citizens of Texas.

You are in favor of states rights, aren't you? That the people of each state determine how they want to live?

It just seems to me that you're kinda, you know, butting in on their affairs? Were you also in favor of butting in on Texas law to overturn their sodomy laws?

Hmmmm. I always figured you for a real 10th amendment person. But you think the federal government (we) should step in and overturn their asset forfeiture laws?"

Robert,

I can't believe you have made this argument. I will remember this and it will come back to you. Remember, in our discussions all state's rights are moot because of the commerce clause. If you really believe the claim you have made above, then you should be anti WOD at a federal level, instead your actual stance shows your true colors!

[robertpaulsen]

What can I say? This was a State of Texas civil asset forfeiture case, not a federal one. I was having fun with ellery on this -- I thought it was obvious.

I just find it highly inconsistent that people won't accept Texas law and turn to the federal government for protection -- and these are the same people who are all for states rights.

I, on the other hand, am perfectly consistent. I just look to the constitution.