The Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission (ACIC) maintains a strategic focus on eight priority crime themes to help make Australia hostile to criminal exploitation. This article explores the ACIC’s priority crime themes which include criminal networks, cybercrime, illicit drugs, national security, serious financial crime, illicit tobacco, firearms, and victim-based crime. Criminal networks Serious and organised…
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Tax crime is a global issue that requires a coordinated global response. The Joint Chiefs of Global Tax Enforcement (J5) is at the forefront of the battle against international tax crime and money laundering, including the emerging threats from cryptocurrency. Formed on July 1, 2018, the J5 was established in response to the Organisation for…
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The global financial system, along with new technologies and financial products, presents a challenging environment for AUSTRAC, Australia’s anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing (AML/CTF) regulator. As serious financial crimes continue to evolve, transnational and organised crime groups are increasingly leveraging new technologies, professional facilitators, and offshore service providers. To counter these threats and safeguard the…
DetailsThe 26th anniversary of the Rome Statute 17 July 2024 marked the Day of International Criminal Justice, commemorating the 26th anniversary of the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court (ICC). This landmark treaty, the first of its kind, established the ICC and set forth a robust framework aimed at ending impunity for perpetrators of…
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What is a provisional arrest request? A provisional arrest request is an urgent mechanism used to arrest a person pending the receipt of a formal extradition request. This measure is particularly useful when there’s a belief that the fugitive may flee the jurisdiction if not promptly detained. Making a provisional arrest request to a…
DetailsAustralia’s efforts to combat financial and serious crime have been significantly enhanced with the release of two comprehensive national risk assessments on money laundering and terrorism financing by AUSTRAC. These assessments provide a detailed understanding of the scale, sophistication, and threats posed by these crimes within Australia. Money laundering acts as a critical enabler for…
DetailsThe Australian Taxation Office (ATO) remains steadfast in its commitment to ensuring that individuals and businesses adhere to tax laws, holding those who deliberately cheat the system accountable. The ATO provides several tax crime prosecution case studies which highlight the serious consequences faced by those who engage in fraudulent activities. Omitted income lands former…
DetailsThe International Criminal Police Organization, commonly known as Interpol, issues Red Notices on behalf of requesting member states in order for other member states to locate and provisionally arrest individuals for the purposes of extradition, surrender or other lawful purposes. These notices provide critical information on the individual, their identity and the offences alleged against…
DetailsAs of 1 July 2024, the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has introduced new arrangements to bolster legal protections for individuals disclosing tax avoidance behaviour. These new measures extend protection to Tax Practitioner Board (TPB) whistleblowers and provide a comprehensive framework to ensure the safety and confidentiality of whistleblowers. Qualifying for protection To qualify for…
DetailsIllicit tobacco is a form of organised crime and includes: Tobacco grown, manufactured or produced in Australia without a licence. Imported tobacco for which no duty has been paid. The ATO works with its cross-agency partners to manage the risk associated with domestically grown and manufactured illicit tobacco products. A number of case studies are…
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