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Arrest Without Reason: Jersey And Guernsey's Anti-money Laundering Laws And The Trial That Never Ends
Jersey and Guernsey's anti-money laundering laws have created a Kafkaesque system where bank accounts can be frozen indefinitely based on mere suspicion, without judicial oversight or time limits. This article examines how compliance officers' concerns can trap account holders in a legal limbo, and explores the emerging 'private law action' that offers a potential escape route through the courts.
Collas Crill