Module: General Practice
Q88: The UK Proceeds of Crime Act (POCA) 2002 establishes a strict regime for reporting money laundering. Which of the following statements regarding this framework are correct?
POCA adopts an "All-Crimes" approach, where "Criminal Property" is defined as any benefit derived from any criminal conduct, provided the alleged offender knows or suspects it constitutes such a benefit.
If a bank suspects a specific transaction involves criminal property, it must file a Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) seeking a "Defense Against Money Laundering" (DAML) and freeze the transaction for a Notice Period of 7 working days.
The offence of "Tipping Off" is committed if a bank employee discloses to a customer that a SAR has been filed, likely prejudicing an investigation.
A solicitor or banker can legally proceed with a suspicious transaction first and file a SAR afterwards to obtain "Retrospective Consent" without committing an offence.
If a bank suspects a specific transaction involves criminal property, it must file a Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) seeking a "Defense Against Money Laundering" (DAML) and freeze the transaction for a Notice Period of 7 working days.
The offence of "Tipping Off" is committed if a bank employee discloses to a customer that a SAR has been filed, likely prejudicing an investigation.
A solicitor or banker can legally proceed with a suspicious transaction first and file a SAR afterwards to obtain "Retrospective Consent" without committing an offence.
✅ Correct Answer: B
The correct answer is Option B. POCA covers all crimes.
DAML requires a 7-day wait.
Tipping off is an offence.
Retrospective consent is not allowed; consent must be obtained before the transaction.
UK law basics are part of the IIBF AML KYC Exam 2026.
DAML requires a 7-day wait.
Tipping off is an offence.
Retrospective consent is not allowed; consent must be obtained before the transaction.
UK law basics are part of the IIBF AML KYC Exam 2026.