confiscation

• Substantiv, das die Beschlagnahme oder Einziehung von Eigentum oder Vermögenswerten durch den Staat oder eine Behörde bezeichnet, oft als Strafe oder aufgrund einer rechtlichen Anordnung.

A noun referring to the act of taking property or assets by a government or authority, typically as a penalty or legal action.

1. Seizure by authorityB2formal

   The act of taking someone's property or assets by an official body, typically as a penalty or for legal reasons.

   Konfiskation

   • The court ordered the confiscation of all illegal goods.
   • Confiscation of property can occur if taxes are not paid.
   • The police carried out the confiscation of the stolen items.

   Synonymedistraintexpropriationforfeitureimpoundmentrequisitionseizure