Forfeiture at Legal Glossary
What is it? The loss of property or a privilege due to breaking a law. For example, a landlord may forfeit his or her property to the federal or state government if the landlord knows it is a drug-dealing site but fails to stop the illegal activity. Or, you may have to forfeit your drivers license if you commit too many moving violations or are convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.Law Definition Added By: Victoria
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