Seven homes worth an estimated $2 million dollars in Vernon could be forfeited to the crown if the owners of the homes are convicted of crimes. RCMP Insp. Steve McVarnock says, right now the residences can't be sold or transferred to a different owner until the court matters are dealt with. "We're trying to make an impact or a dent in what hurts these people, and that's money. We can seize bank accounts, residences, expensive vehicles, marine vehicles, you name it. Some people live a lavish lifestyle." Local police do not receive a share of the revenue when forfeited property is sold. The money is usually split between the Province and Federal Government. The latest four homes on a restraint order are in the 5500 and 5700 blk of Okanagan Landing Road, the 4100 blk of 15th Crescent and the 77 blk of Tronson Road in Vernon.
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Web posted on Monday, 29 October 2007
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