Under equitable sharing, which entities share asset forfeiture proceeds with federal agencies?

• A. State and local agencies share with federal agencies, under applicable rules.
• B. Private individuals receive a portion.
• C. Only federal agencies receive proceeds.
• D. Proceeds are returned to the original owner.

Answer: (A)

Under equitable sharing, proceeds from federal forfeiture are divided between the federal agency that leads the case and the state or local agencies that cooperated, following established rules. This arrangement recognizes multi-jurisdictional cooperation and provides funding for local law enforcement while keeping federal oversight. Private individuals do not receive a share through this program, and the proceeds aren’t simply returned to the original owner.