Archive: Overcriminalization

  • Criminal Intent Protection Act March 15, 2013

    Criminal Intent Protection Act Summary To protect persons from unjust punishment under vague or ambiguous criminal offenses by codifying default rules of application for criminal intent (mens rea) requirements within criminal law. Model Legislation {Title, enacting clause, etc.} Section 1. [...]

  • Asset Forfeiture Process and Private Property Protection Act March 15, 2013

    Asset Forfeiture Process and Private Property Protection Act Summary Civil forfeiture laws represent one of the most serious assaults on private property rights in the nation today.  Under civil forfeiture, police and prosecutors can seize your car or other property, [...]

  • The Treating Accused Persons Fairly Act March 15, 2013

    The Treating Accused Persons Fairly Act Summary To protect persons from unjust criminal punishment for alleged violations of vague and unclear offenses by codifying the common-law rule of lenity and safeguarding due process rights. Model Legislation {Title, enacting clause, etc.} [...]

  • Resolution on Transparency and Accountability in Criminal Law March 15, 2013

    Resolution on Transparency and Accountability in Criminal Law Summary This resolution upholds the principles of transparency and accountability in government when it comes to the creation and enhancement of criminal laws.  The state of [insert state here] appreciates the vital [...]