The state did prove that Timbs and committed the crime he was being fined for, the question at hand is whether the state can take away his car.
One reason might have been if it was the proceeds of drug-dealing. But that reason is not relevant since he could prove otherwise (let alone whether the burden of proof is/should be on him).
The other reason is simpler: States can fine people for stuff, but (according to the USSC) the fine can't be excessive.
One reason might have been if it was the proceeds of drug-dealing. But that reason is not relevant since he could prove otherwise (let alone whether the burden of proof is/should be on him).
The other reason is simpler: States can fine people for stuff, but (according to the USSC) the fine can't be excessive.