Money Laundering Law and Practice

This book provides a one-stop holistic approach to UK money laundering law and practice. Money laundering issues are considered from both a criminal and a civil perspective, and the author offers helpful guidance where there is uncertainty in practice. This thorough examination of money laundering offences and statutory defences is combined with an in-depth analysis of the key concepts underpinning the legislation. The book also considers the international dimension of money laundering and includes chapters on the roles played by organizations such as the EU, the FATF, the UN and the Egmont Group in the battle against money launderers seeking to legitimize the profits of criminal activity.Further chapters give detailed guidance on important areas of money laundering law and practice, including: -identifying the money launderer -making a suspicious activity report -tipping off -establishing a compliance regime -the FSA money laundering rules -guidance notes published by professional bodies and trade associations -the investigation and prosecution of money laundering offences Potential exposure to civil liability is also considered where, for example, a suspicious activity report is made and client/customer monies are held on account. Money Laundering Law and Practice also incorporates the significant changes introduced by the Anti-terrorism, Crime and Security Act 2002, the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002, and the Money Laundering Regulations 2002.