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HB 3110

Relating to civil asset forfeiture of digital currency or other similar property.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Mary Ann Perez

HB 3110 establishes civil asset forfeiture procedures for digital currency and similar property, clarifying law enforcement seizure authority while raising questions about due process protections for property owners.

Left pending in committee
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Bill Summary · HB 3110

Legislative bill overview

HB 3110 addresses the civil asset forfeiture process specifically for digital currency and similar property in Texas. The bill appears designed to clarify or modify how law enforcement can seize cryptocurrency and comparable digital assets during criminal investigations or civil forfeiture proceedings.

Why is this important

Civil asset forfeiture is a controversial practice allowing law enforcement to seize property suspected of involvement in criminal activity without necessarily convicting an owner of a crime. As cryptocurrency and digital assets grow in prevalence, establishing clear legal frameworks for their forfeiture becomes increasingly relevant to both law enforcement operations and property rights protections.

Potential points of contention

  • Property rights concerns: Critics argue civil forfeiture enables seizure without due process; clarity on digital assets may either strengthen protections or expand government seizure authority depending on the bill's language
  • Technology-specific rules: Creating separate rules for digital currency raises questions about fairness compared to traditional asset forfeiture and whether blockchain's unique characteristics warrant different treatment
  • Burden of proof and recovery: Unclear whether the bill addresses how owners prove innocent ownership of seized digital assets or the timeline for asset return if charges are dropped

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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