The case started in 2016 when federal agents identified cash-down purchases of $10,000 or more on vehicles, found suspicious cash deposits, and other evidence.
Terri Smith heard the charges against her and pleaded not guilty during her initial appearance before U.S. Magistrate Judge Teresa McKee in Lander last week.
In a federal civil forfeiture case, the federal government needs to prove its case by a preponderance of evidence, not beyond a reasonable doubt like in a criminal case.