{"id":35011,"date":"2025-10-10T10:55:07","date_gmt":"2025-10-10T08:55:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/harlander-partner.eu\/forfeiture-and-extended-forfeiture\/"},"modified":"2025-11-24T20:16:37","modified_gmt":"2025-11-24T19:16:37","slug":"forfeiture-and-extended-forfeiture","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/harlander-partner.eu\/en\/criminal-law\/forfeiture-and-extended-forfeiture\/","title":{"rendered":"Forfeiture and Extended Forfeiture"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><h2>Forfeiture and extended forfeiture<\/h2><ul><li><a href=\"#h-verfall-und-erweiterter-verfall\" data-level=\"2\">Forfeiture and extended forfeiture<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-verfall\" data-level=\"2\">Forfeiture<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-unterbleiben-des-verfalls\" data-level=\"2\">Omission of forfeiture<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-erweiterter-verfall\" data-level=\"2\">Extended forfeiture<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-unterbleiben-des-erweiterten-verfalls\" data-level=\"2\">Omission of extended forfeiture<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-verhaltnismassigkeit\" data-level=\"2\">Proportionality<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-folgen-in-der-praxis\" data-level=\"2\">Practical Implications<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-ihre-vorteile-mit-anwaltlicher-unterstutzung\" data-level=\"2\">Your Benefits with Legal Assistance<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-haufig-gestellte-fragen-faq\" data-level=\"2\">Frequently Asked Questions \u2013 FAQ<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-verfall-und-erweiterter-verfall\">Forfeiture and Extended Forfeiture<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Forfeiture and extended forfeiture under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ris.bka.gv.at\/NormDokument.wxe?Abfrage=Bundesnormen&amp;Gesetzesnummer=10002296&amp;Artikel=&amp;Paragraf=20&amp;Anlage=&amp;Uebergangsrecht=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> <strong>\u00a7\u00a7 20 <\/strong><\/a><strong>to<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ris.bka.gv.at\/NormDokument.wxe?Abfrage=Bundesnormen&amp;Gesetzesnummer=10002296&amp;Artikel=&amp;Paragraf=20c&amp;Anlage=&amp;Uebergangsrecht=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> 20c of the Criminal Code<\/a><\/strong> are measures for the confiscation of assets in Austrian criminal law. They aim to ensure that perpetrators do not retain any economic benefits from a criminal offense. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ris.bka.gv.at\/NormDokument.wxe?Abfrage=Bundesnormen&amp;Gesetzesnummer=10002296&amp;Artikel=&amp;Paragraf=20&amp;Anlage=&amp;Uebergangsrecht=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u00a7 20 of the Criminal Code<\/a>, <strong>the court declares assets forfeited<\/strong> if they originated from a criminal act or were used to commit it. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ris.bka.gv.at\/NormDokument.wxe?Abfrage=Bundesnormen&amp;Gesetzesnummer=10002296&amp;Artikel=&amp;Paragraf=20a&amp;Anlage=&amp;Uebergangsrecht=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u00a7 20a of the Criminal Code<\/a> <strong>stipulates that forfeiture shall not apply<\/strong> if third parties have acquired the assets in good faith or if the perpetrator has already compensated for the damage.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ris.bka.gv.at\/NormDokument.wxe?Abfrage=Bundesnormen&amp;Gesetzesnummer=10002296&amp;Artikel=&amp;Paragraf=20b&amp;Anlage=&amp;Uebergangsrecht=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u00a7 20b of the Criminal Code<\/a> <strong>covers assets whose lawful origin the person concerned does not credibly demonstrate<\/strong>, particularly in cases of organized or terrorist crime. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ris.bka.gv.at\/NormDokument.wxe?Abfrage=Bundesnormen&amp;Gesetzesnummer=10002296&amp;Artikel=&amp;Paragraf=20c&amp;Anlage=&amp;Uebergangsrecht=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u00a7 20c of the Criminal Code<\/a> <strong>protects uninvolved third parties<\/strong> by <strong>not applying<\/strong> extended forfeiture to their assets.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The aim of these provisions is to remove illegally acquired assets from circulation and to ensure that criminal behavior is not economically worthwhile.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-3019fe8e alignfull uagb-is-root-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-32585033\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Forfeiture under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ris.bka.gv.at\/NormDokument.wxe?Abfrage=Bundesnormen&amp;Gesetzesnummer=10002296&amp;Artikel=&amp;Paragraf=20&amp;Anlage=&amp;Uebergangsrecht=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u00a7\u00a7 20 et seq. of the Criminal Code<\/a> <strong>authorizes the court to confiscate assets<\/strong> that a person has obtained through a criminal offense or used to commit it. Extended forfeiture also concerns assets from criminal sources, even if no direct proof of the offense is possible. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-45819ab6\"><picture>\n\t\t<source srcset=\"https:\/\/harlander-partner.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/Verfall-und-erweiterter-Verfall-352x198.webp\" >\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mr-picture-small\" src=\"https:\/\/harlander-partner.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/Verfall-und-erweiterter-Verfall.webp\" alt=\"Forfeiture under \u00a7\u00a7 20\u201320c of the Criminal Code deprives unlawfully obtained assets and ensures that criminal offenses do not generate profits.\" >\n\t<\/picture>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-verfall\">Forfeiture<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ris.bka.gv.at\/NormDokument.wxe?Abfrage=Bundesnormen&amp;Gesetzesnummer=10002296&amp;Artikel=&amp;Paragraf=20&amp;Anlage=&amp;Uebergangsrecht=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u00a7 20 of the Criminal Code<\/a>, the court declares assets forfeited if someone has used them to commit a criminal offense or has obtained them through it. In doing so, it deprives the perpetrator of the unlawful economic advantage and restores the rule of law. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All pecuniary advantages can be subject to forfeiture \u2013 such as cash, claims, tangible assets or profits from the offense. Indirect proceeds (interest, sales revenues) and substitute values (e.g., newly acquired items) are also included. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the assets in question cannot be found or are confiscated, the court orders an amount of money that corresponds to the value of what was obtained. If the exact amount cannot be determined with reasonable effort, the court may estimate the extent at its discretion. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Forfeiture is examined and ordered <strong>ex officio<\/strong> as soon as the conditions are met. It differs from <strong>confiscation<\/strong>, which concerns instruments of the offense, and from <strong>seizure<\/strong>, which targets prohibited items. <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-unterbleiben-des-verfalls\">Omission of Forfeiture<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ris.bka.gv.at\/NormDokument.wxe?Abfrage=Bundesnormen&amp;Gesetzesnummer=10002296&amp;Artikel=&amp;Paragraf=20a&amp;Anlage=&amp;Uebergangsrecht=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u00a7 20a of the Criminal Code<\/a> protects uninvolved third parties and regulates when forfeiture is <strong>not ordered<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Forfeiture is omitted if:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>the acquirer has obtained the assets <strong>in good faith<\/strong> and without knowledge of the criminal offense,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the perpetrator has already <strong>compensated for the damage<\/strong> or provided corresponding security,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the purpose of the forfeiture has already been achieved <strong>by other measures<\/strong> (e.g., compensation or seizure),<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the effort to collect is <strong>disproportionate<\/strong> to the value of the assets.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These exceptions prevent undue hardship and ensure that only illegally obtained advantages are withdrawn. In practice, this means that if the perpetrator compensates for the damage or the asset has since been lawfully acquired, no forfeiture will be ordered. <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-erweiterter-verfall\">Extended Forfeiture<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Extended forfeiture under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ris.bka.gv.at\/NormDokument.wxe?Abfrage=Bundesnormen&amp;Gesetzesnummer=10002296&amp;Artikel=&amp;Paragraf=20b&amp;Anlage=&amp;Uebergangsrecht=\">\u00a7 20b of the Criminal Code<\/a> <strong>authorizes the court to confiscate assets<\/strong> that are not directly related to the adjudicated criminal offense, but whose lawful origin the person concerned <strong>does not credibly demonstrate<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It particularly concerns cases of <strong>organized or terrorist crime<\/strong> (\u00a7\u00a7 278a\u2013278d of the Criminal Code) as well as certain serious offenses such as money laundering, human trafficking, corruption or drug trafficking.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The court may order extended forfeiture if assets:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>are under the control of a criminal organization or terrorist association,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>have been provided or collected for the financing of terrorism, or<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>were obtained in temporal connection with serious criminal offenses and their lawful origin cannot be proven.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The judicial conviction can be based in particular on a striking contradiction between the asset situation and the declared income of the person concerned.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"mr-quote mrbg clearfix\">\n        <a class=\"mr-quote-person\" href=\"\/en\/about-us\/sebastian-riedlmair\/\" title=\"Attorney Sebastian Riedlmair\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mr-quote-person-img\" src=\"https:\/\/harlander-partner.eu\/wp-content\/themes\/harlander\/design\/sr100.webp\" width=\"100\"\n                 height=\"100\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Attorney Sebastian Riedlmair\">\n            <span class=\"mr-quote-person-text\">\n            Sebastian Riedlmair<br>\n            <span class=\"mr-quote-person-function\">Harlander &amp; Partner Attorneys<\/span>\n        <\/span>\n        <\/a>\n        <span class=\"mr-quote-content\">\u201eDer erweiterte Verfall greift, wenn Verm\u00f6gen offensichtlich nicht aus legalen Quellen stammt. Er sch\u00fctzt die Rechtsordnung vor ungerechtfertigter Bereicherung\u201c<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Extended forfeiture also applies if <strong>no criminal judgment<\/strong> is issued against the person concerned, for example because he is a fugitive or has died. This prevents criminal assets from being retained solely because of procedural obstacles. <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-unterbleiben-des-erweiterten-verfalls\">Omission of Extended Forfeiture<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ris.bka.gv.at\/NormDokument.wxe?Abfrage=Bundesnormen&amp;Gesetzesnummer=10002296&amp;Artikel=&amp;Paragraf=20c&amp;Anlage=&amp;Uebergangsrecht=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u00a7 20c of the Criminal Code<\/a> limits extended forfeiture in favor of uninvolved persons.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The court <strong>does not order extended forfeiture<\/strong> if <strong>third parties have legal claims<\/strong> to the assets concerned who are <strong>not involved in the criminal offense or a criminal organization<\/strong>.<br\/>In addition, the protection mechanisms of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ris.bka.gv.at\/NormDokument.wxe?Abfrage=Bundesnormen&amp;Gesetzesnummer=10002296&amp;Artikel=&amp;Paragraf=20a&amp;Anlage=&amp;Uebergangsrecht=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u00a7 20a of the Criminal Code<\/a> apply mutatis mutandis.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This ensures that the state only confiscates unlawful assets without interfering with the legitimate property rights of uninvolved parties.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-verhaltnismassigkeit\">Proportionality<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both simple and extended forfeiture are subject to the principle of <strong>proportionality<\/strong>.<br\/>The court may not order the intervention if it is disproportionate to the significance of the offense or the culpability of the perpetrator.<br\/>This is to ensure that the measure remains objectively justified and does not lead to excessive interventions or double burdens.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-folgen-in-der-praxis\">Practical Implications<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With the force of law of the judgment, the assets declared forfeited are transferred to the state. These can be utilized, rendered unusable or destroyed.<br\/>In practice, forfeiture often leads to the loss of considerable assets \u2013 especially in cases of economic or corruption offenses. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Extended forfeiture also makes it possible to confiscate unclear or suspicious increases in assets if their legal origin cannot be credibly demonstrated.<br\/>Both instruments affect perpetrators economically and also serve as a deterrent: Anyone who cannot derive a financial advantage from their offense has less incentive to repeat it.<\/p>\n<a class=\"mr-cta-link mr-cta-button-cal\" href=\"#h2-booking\" title=\"Free initial consultation\"><span class=\"mr-cta-link-normal\">Select your preferred appointment now:<\/span><span class=\"mr-cta-link-bold\">Free initial consultation<\/span><\/a>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ihre-vorteile-mit-anwaltlicher-unterstutzung\">Your Benefits with Legal Assistance<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A criminal proceeding is a significant burden for those affected. Serious consequences threaten right from the start \u2013 from coercive measures such as house searches or arrests, to entries in the criminal register, to custodial or monetary penalties. Errors in the initial phase, such as thoughtless statements or insufficient preservation of evidence, often cannot be corrected later. Economic risks such as claims for damages or procedural costs can also be substantial.   <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Specialized criminal defense ensures that your rights are protected from the outset. It provides security in dealing with the police and public prosecutor&#8217;s office, protects against self-incrimination, and creates the basis for a clear defense strategy. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our law firm:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>examines whether and to what extent the accusation is legally sustainable,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>accompanies you through investigation proceedings and main hearing,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ensures legally sound applications, statements, and procedural steps,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>assists in defending against or settling civil law claims,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>protects your rights and interests vis-\u00e0-vis the court, public prosecutor&#8217;s office, and victims.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n    <div class=\"mr-quote mrbg clearfix\">\n        <a class=\"mr-quote-person\" href=\"\/ueber-uns\/rechtsanwalt-peter-harlander\/\" title=\"Rechtsanwalt Peter Harlander\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mr-quote-person-img\" src=\"https:\/\/harlander-partner.eu\/wp-content\/themes\/harlander\/design\/ph100.webp\" width=\"100\"\n                 height=\"100\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Rechtsanwalt Peter Harlander\">\n            <span class=\"mr-quote-person-text\">\n            Peter Harlander<br>\n            <span class=\"mr-quote-person-function\">Harlander &amp; Partner Rechtsanw\u00e4lte<\/span>\n        <\/span>\n        <\/a>\n        <span class=\"mr-quote-content\">\u201eMachen Sie <strong>keine inhaltlichen Aussagen ohne vorherige R\u00fccksprache mit Ihrer Verteidigung<\/strong>. Sie haben jederzeit das Recht zu schweigen und eine Anw\u00e4ltin oder einen Anwalt beizuziehen. Dieses Recht gilt bereits bei der ersten polizeilichen Kontaktaufnahme. Erst nach <strong>Akteneinsicht<\/strong> l\u00e4sst sich kl\u00e4ren, ob und welche Einlassung sinnvoll ist.\u201c<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n<a class=\"mr-cta-link mr-cta-button-cal\" href=\"#h2-booking\" title=\"Free initial consultation\"><span class=\"mr-cta-link-normal\">Select your preferred appointment now:<\/span><span class=\"mr-cta-link-bold\">Free initial consultation<\/span><\/a>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-haufig-gestellte-fragen-faq\">Frequently Asked Questions \u2013 FAQ<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq uagb-faq__outer-wrap uagb-block-63d9d2fb uagb-faq-icon-row uagb-faq-layout-accordion uagb-faq-expand-first-true uagb-faq-inactive-other-true uagb-faq__wrap uagb-buttons-layout-wrap uagb-faq-equal-height     \" data-faqtoggle=\"true\" role=\"tablist\"><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\\\/\\\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/harlander-partner.eu\\\/en\\\/criminal-law\\\/forfeiture-and-extended-forfeiture\\\/\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What does forfeiture mean according to \\u00a7 20 of the Criminal Code?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Forfeiture under \\u00a7 20 of the Criminal Code enables the court to confiscate assets that were obtained through a criminal offense or used to commit it. 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They can be utilized, rendered unusable or destroyed, whereby perpetrators permanently lose their unlawfully obtained assets. \"}}]}<\/script><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-faq20ff-q1 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\">What does forfeiture mean according to \u00a7 20 of the Criminal Code?<\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>Forfeiture under \u00a7 20 of the Criminal Code enables the court to confiscate assets that were obtained through a criminal offense or used to commit it. The aim is to deprive the perpetrator of unlawful profits and restore the rule of law. <\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-faq20ff-q2 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\">When is forfeiture omitted according to \u00a7 20a of the Criminal Code?<\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>Forfeiture is omitted if third parties have acquired the assets in good faith, the perpetrator has already compensated for the damage, or the effort to collect is disproportionate to the value.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-faq20ff-q3 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\">What does extended forfeiture regulate according to \u00a7 20b of the Criminal Code?<\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>\u00a7 20b of the Criminal Code allows the confiscation of assets whose lawful origin the person concerned cannot credibly demonstrate \u2013 especially in cases of organized or terrorist crime and serious economic crime.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-faq20ff-q4 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon 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