LAW


Money Laundering - MACMA and MLAT

That’s an excellent question. MACMA and MLAT are related, but they are not the same thing. Think of them as domestic law vs. international agreement. Q: What is the difference between MACMA and an MLAT?...



Money Laundering – Application of the AMLATFPUAA

Money Laundering – Application of the AMLATFPUAA Q: Does the AMLATFPUAA have retrospective and extra-territorial application? A:Yes. Section 2(1) of the AMLATFPUAA provides that the Act applies to any...




Money Laundering – Why Do Criminals Launder Money?

Money Laundering – Why Do Criminals Launder Money? Q: Why do criminals launder money? A: Criminals launder money because it enables them to conceal the illegal origin of their proceeds and enjoy the...



Money Laundering – Commonwealth Model Law

Money Laundering – Commonwealth Model Law Q: How is money laundering defined under the Commonwealth Model Law? A: The Commonwealth Model Law adopts a broad definition of money laundering. It includes:...


Money Laundering – 1990 Council of Europe Convention

Money Laundering – 1990 Council of Europe Convention Q: How is money laundering defined under the 1990 Council of Europe Convention? A: Article 1 of the 1990 Council of Europe Convention defines money...