There are few experiences that are more stressful than having your cash or property confiscated by the federal government. Whether the seizure happens at an airport, international border, highway stop, or during an investigation, agencies such as U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), the DEA, or Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) often rely on federal forfeiture…
Cash Seized at the U.S.–Mexico Border? Here’s What to Do Next Having money taken by U.S. authorities at the border can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t mean your funds are gone for good. Whether you were entering or leaving the country, there are clear steps you can take to challenge the seizure and potentially recover…
The U.S. Marshals Service (USMS) is investigating allegations involving the unauthorized transfer of cryptocurrency that had been seized by the U.S. government and placed under federal custody. The matter centers on claims that the son of Dean Daghita, president of CMDSS, may have accessed and moved a portion of those digital assets. CMDSS is an…
Pig butchering scams are a rapidly growing form of cryptocurrency fraud that combine investment deception with sophisticated digital asset manipulation. The term refers to the practice of “fattening a pig before slaughter,” where scammers build trust with victims over weeks or even many months before convincing them to invest large sums of money. Through social…
The battle over cryptocurrency recovery in the BTCe forfeiture case has escalated after a new filing from MtGox trustee Nobuaki Kobayashi. On August 20, 2025, Kobayashi submitted a verified claim in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, asserting that Bitcoin seized from BTCe by federal authorities includes coins stolen from MtGox prior…
Victims of BTC-e Crypto Forfeiture Have Only 60 Days from 7/4/2025 to File! Since August 2017, when all cryptocurrency was seized from Alexander Vinnik’s BTC-e platform, innocent investors worldwide have struggled to file a claim to recover their property. San Diego Defenders – Forfeiture Law Firm can help. Our firm is actively accepting cases with…
Traveling with Cash and Airport Seizures by U.S. Customs (CBP) Recent discourse on airport security and new equipment updates by Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy has been highlighted, but there is little focus on the risks associated with traveling with cash. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) have confiscated nearly…
CBP Seizes $184,095 at Texas Border: Insights on CBP Currency Seizure If you have recently undergone a CBP currency seizure, reach out to the experienced team at San Diego Defenders – Forfeiture Law Firm at (619) 258-8888 for a complimentary, confidential consultation. On May 2, 2025, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers confiscated $184,095…
The beginning of President Trump’s second term includes a strict immigration policy and increased presence at the southern border. If you are undocumented or have undocumented parents, you may be wondering: will this change in attitude impact my ability to get my seized cash, car, or property back? The answer is no! Whether you are…
No, you should not wait. It is much better to get a free consultation from an attorney specializing in seizure and forfeiture to put your mind at ease about getting your vehicle, cash, and property back. They also know how much it might cost and how long the federal or state process takes. When you…
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