Criminal code text includes virtual currency as property and funds

The text includes virtual currency in definitions of property and funds used in several criminal code sections. The definitions apply to theft and related offenses, money laundering, and other sections cited in the bill text.

The text provides rules for what courts may do with property validly seized in a criminal case, including virtual currency. These rules apply to property validly seized, including virtual currency. If seized property came from a crime, it is returned to its lawful owner. A court may order property tied to crime proceeds disposed of after the person is convicted. If those responsible cannot be found after reasonable efforts or are outside the United States, a Superior Court judge directs how the property is disposed of.