Did you know that law enforcement can legally take your property if it was used to commit a crime? It's a process called "civil asset forfeiture."

If you commit a crime in Douglas County, you could face not only jail time, but losing your vehicle.

George Brauchler is district attorney for the 23rd Judicial District, encompassing Douglas, Elbert and Lincoln counties. Brauchler has taken a hard line on crime, and now wants to make vehicle seizures routine to make his jurisdiction a safer place.

Dash camera video shows it all. On May 15, 2025, a Douglas County deputy spotted a motorcycle speeding on University Boulevard. When the deputy tried to stop the rider, he sped away. Law enforcement chased him and soon caught up, arresting 41-year-old Brandon Watts.

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