Involves the seizure and confiscation of assets tainted because of their connection with a crime (they were used in committing the crime or were derived from it). 

A civil remedy that allows the police or another authorized agency to seize the proceeds or tools of crime (primarily serious drug-related crime such as trafficking). Examples include the seizure of a drug lord's house or a vehicle used to transport illegal narcotics. In many jurisdictions, asset forfeiture provides a significant source of fun [..]

The confiscation of assets by the government through either civil or criminal process.  Last Updated:  7/8/2015