Crimebusters have forced the likes of drug baron Robert 'Birdman' O'Hara and trafficker James Miller to hand over thousands.
And the haul - seized under Proceeds of Crime laws - will now be ploughed back into communities in Scotland blighted by crime.
Last night Solicitor General Frank Mulholland QC said: 'This amount demonstrates the effectiveness of the legislation.
'It's proving to be an invaluable tool in the fight against serious and organised crime.'
O'Hara, 33, of Possilpark, Glasgow - who's serving life for murder - had to give up more than £130,000, while Miller, of Renfrew, parted with £180,000.
More than £20million has been pumped into the Cashback for Communities scheme, to help young Scots, since 2003.
Last night Justice Secretary Kenny MacAskill said: 'It'll have a significant benefit in Scotland's communities.'"
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