The last ten years or so has seen an increased focus on financial crime by the authorities. The Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 and the Money Laundering regulations 2007 both altered the legal landscape in relation to financial crime and imposed obligations on businesses and individuals with respect to monitoring and disclosing financial transactions.
Money Laundering Lawyers Alloa, Dunfermline, Kirkcaldy, Stirling, Edinburgh & Dundee
Money laundering is, simply, the act of disguising money raised through illegal activities in order that it appears to be genuine.
If you are found to be involved in money laundering you and your business may face large fines or even imprisonment – your assets may be restrained even before you are found to be guilty – as such, it’s important to take legal advice long before you are accused of a money laundering offence.
If you have been accused of money laundering under the Proceeds of Crime Act, we can help.
We offer a free initial consultation to discuss your case.Our legal firm is widely recognised as one of Scotland's leading criminal defence teams and will work hard to ensure you have the best possible outcome. We defend our clients in Alloa, Dunfermline, Edinburgh, Glenrothes, Kirkcaldy, Methil, Perth, Stirling and throughout Scotland.
Contact our Expert Money Laundering Lawyers Scotland
Our criminal solicitors can assist by discussing your options with you confidentially, and are ready to fight your corner. We provide a fully comprehensive legal service from liaising with the police through to representing you in court. Call our criminal defence lawyers for a free, initial consultation in Dunfermline on 01383 730 466, in Kirkcaldy on 01592 640 680, in Alloa on 01259 725 922 or make an online enquiry.