The U.S. Supreme Court ruled unanimously that a Minnesota woman, Tyler, was entitled to excess funds from tax forfeitures, affirming that the government violated constitutional rights by retaining more than owed. Affected individuals, potentially up to 15,000 statewide, are encouraged to submit class-action claims by the upcoming June 6 deadline. The claims process is complicated due to the transient nature of many potential claimants, necessitating coordinated outreach efforts. Advocates highlight that the settlement might bring justice to vulnerable individuals who lost significant assets due to tax forfeiture laws.
The people who lost their houses often can't really afford to lose their houses, Blanchfield said. They don't have a lot of money, and the house is likely their biggest asset.
With a June 6 deadline to file class-action claims approaching, attorneys are urging potentially affected individuals to submit their claims online for efficient processing.
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