§ 9-16-17. Burden of Proof and Presumptions
The state’s burden of proof shall be to show by a preponderance of the evidence that seized property is subject to forfeiture. A property interest shall not be subject to forfeiture under this chapter if the owner of the interest or interest holder establishes that the owner or interest holder: Is not privy to criminal […]
§ 9-16-2. Definitions
As used in this chapter, the term: “Beneficial interest” means either of the following: The interest of a person as a beneficiary under any written trust arrangement pursuant to which a trustee holds legal or record title to real property for the benefit of such person; or The interest of a person under any other […]