Mike Wins Forfeiture Challenge and Gets Client Nearly $30,000 Back
Date: January, 2021
Case: Controlled Substances Forfeiture
Attorney: Michael J. Brandt
Result: Mike’s client was charged with a Controlled Substance criminal charges. While searching Mike’s client’s house, the police seized nearly $30,000 in U.S. Currency in addition to controlled substances. Mike filed a forfeiture in civil court challenging the forfeiture and arguing that this money should be returned to his client. Mike ultimately negotiated a settlement where the State agreed to return the $30,000 back to Mike’s client.