Proceeds of Crime
We advise on matters involving the recovery and confiscation of assets linked to criminal activity. Our team provides strategic guidance to navigate complex proceedings with precision and discretion.
The following Acts allow authorities to seize property connected to local criminal activity and often feature “unexplained wealth” provisions.
Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 (Cth)
The Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 (Cth) (Poca 2002) came into force on 1 January 2002 and is the instrument used to recover the largest proportion of criminal assets associated with federal crimes.
Confiscation Act 1997 (Victoria)
The objectives of the Confiscation Act 1997 (The Act) are based on the premise that a person should not be allowed to benefit from committing crimes.
The Acts provides a framework to take away the benefit, gain or profit made through the commission of offences.