Equitable sharing is a United States program in which the proceeds of liquidated seized assets from asset forfeiture are shared between state and federal law enforcement authorities.
(1) It is the policy of this state that law enforcement agencies shall utilize the provisions of the Florida Contraband Forfeiture Act to deter and prevent the continued use of contraband articles for criminal purposes while protecting the proprietary interests of innocent owners and lienholders and to authorize such ...
Something that is equitable is fair and reasonable in a way that gives equal treatment to everyone. ... equitably adverb ADVERB after verb, ADVERB -ed See full entry for 'equitable' Collins COBUILD Advanced Learner's Dictionary.
In an equitable and inclusive classroom every student has equal access to learning, is treated equitably by the learning community, and feels valued and supported by their instructor and peers.
Treating everyone fairly and in the same way: an equitable tax system. Synonyms. fair (RIGHT) just.
Adjective. characterized by equity or fairness; just and right; fair. equitable treatment of all citizens. Synonyms: unprejudiced, unbiased, objective, impartial, dispassionate, just, fair, evenhanded. Antonyms: prejudiced, biased, inequitable, unequitable, unjust, unfair.
Typically, forfeiture funds are available to help cover plan expenses, or they can be recycled and used as future employer contributions.
Equitable Sharing Request Form (DAG-71) For use by State and Local Law Enforcement Agencies Deadline for submission of this request is forty-five (45) days following the date of forfeiture. Asset Information.
Through equitable sharing, any state or local law enforcement agency that directly participates in a law enforcement effort that results in a federal forfeiture may either request to put tangible forfeited property into official use or an equitable share of the net proceeds of the forfeiture.
Grants can be awarded for a wide-variety of activities, such as innovative research and development, housing, student support, and infrastructure building. Most federal funding goes to state and local governments, which in turn may sub-award funds to local entities, such as eligible nonprofit organizations.