In my latest podcast, I sat down with Attorney Megan Kau to discuss the legal complexities surrounding Michael Miske’s asset forfeiture case. Megan breaks down how Miske’s death before sentencing erased his criminal conviction, allowing his attorneys a second chance to challenge the government’s forfeiture of his assets in a civil trial. Unlike the criminal case, where the standard was beyond a reasonable doubt, the civil forfeiture case will be decided based on a preponderance of the evidence—a much lower bar. This shift opens the door for Miske’s trust representatives to fight for the return of millions in seized assets. Watch Megan’s explanation here: | |
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Another major topic we covered was whether Miske’s death was intentional. Megan and I explored the theory that he deliberately overdosed on fentanyl as a strategic move to give his estate a better chance at reclaiming his assets. Given that Miske was not known to be a hard drug user, this theory raises questions about whether his overdose was an accident or a suicide. Watch our discussion here: | |
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To wrap up, I asked Megan whether she plans to run for Honolulu City Prosecutor again. Her previous campaign in 2020showed her strong stance on criminal justice reform and prosecution strategies, so it’s only natural to wonder if she’ll take another shot at the position. Her answer might surprise you. Check it out here: | |
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The full podcast episode will be out soon, but in the meantime, these clips provide an inside look at the high-stakes legal battle following Miske’s death. Stay tuned! |
