According to the U.S. Treasury Department, money laundering refers to a series of banking or commercial transactions designed to disguise illegally obtained money (“dirty money”) as legitimate funds (“clean money”).
The process typically involves three stages:
- Placement – introducing illicit funds into the legitimate financial system.
- Layering – concealing the origin of the money through a series of transfers or transactions.
- Integration – reintroducing the laundered money into the economy so it appears to be legally earned.
Money laundering is a serious federal offense that can result in substantial fines and lengthy prison sentences. Because investigations often involve complex financial records and multiple jurisdictions, defending against such charges requires experienced legal representation.
At
Demidchik Law Firm, our attorneys understand the intricacies of financial crimes and have the skill to build strong defenses for clients facing money laundering allegations.
If you are under investigation or have been charged, contact us immediately to protect your rights.