Breaching sanctions: What are the criminal law offences?
Australian has serious criminal penalties for breaching sanction laws. Explore the offences and penalties for individuals and companies.
DetailsDennis Miralis is a leading Australian defence lawyer with over 20 years of experience. Dennis is a Partner at Nyman Gibson Miralis and specialises in international criminal law.
Information gathering powers relating to international sanctions
The Autonomous Sanctions Act 2011 provides “designated CEOs” with broad information gathering powers. Explore the key considerations.
DetailsAUSTRAC joins the Russia-Related Illicit Finance and Sanctions FIU Working Group
To support a coordinated international approach, AUSTRAC has joined the Russia-Related Illicit Finance and Sanctions (RRIFS) FIU Working Group.
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The Russian Elites, Proxies, and Oligarchs Task Force
In response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the U.S. Department of Justice has announced the launch of the Russian Elites, Proxies, and Oligarchs Task Force.
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Australia announces first Magnitsky-style sanctions
Australia has announced the first set of Magnitsky-style sanctions, targeting Russian individuals responsible for corruption.
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Legal implications for “finfluencers”
Social media influencers who discuss financial products and services online (“finfluencers”) need to ensure they comply with financial services laws.
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INTERPOL launches a dedicated Financial Crime and Anti-Corruption Centre
INTERPOL has launched a Financial Crime and Anti-Corruption Centre which will focus on complex money laundering schemes and transnational financial crime.
DetailsHow to identify and report ATO impersonation scams
Explore tips provided by the ATO on how to recognise phone, email and SMS scams and what steps to take to report a scam.
DetailsThe ACCC’s 2022–23 compliance and enforcement priorities
While key ongoing priorities include addressing cartel conduct and anti-competitive conduct, the ACCC have set additional compliance and enforcement priorities to focus on throughout 2022-23.
DetailsHave your assets been wrongly frozen? You may be entitled to compensation
Have your assets been wrongly frozen? You may be entitled to compensation. Explore the key considerations as outlined by DFAT.
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