Criminal: AML & Commercial Crime
Navigating regulatory investigations, financial crime allegations, and data privacy enforcement in Hong Kong.
- Responding to SFC and ICAC investigations
- Anti-money laundering compliance and defence
- Data privacy protection and doxxing cases
SFC Investigations
When the Securities and Futures Commission commences an investigation under Part VIII of the Securities and Futures Ordinance (Cap. 571), the consequences can be significant — from compulsory interviews to criminal prosecution or proceedings before the Market Misconduct Tribunal. We advise individuals and firms on their rights and obligations throughout the investigation process.
Read More →ICAC Investigations
The Independent Commission Against Corruption investigates bribery and corruption offences in both the public and private sectors. Being contacted by the ICAC — whether as a suspect, witness, or person of interest — can be a serious and stressful experience. We advise individuals and businesses on their rights and options at every stage of an ICAC investigation.
Read More →Anti-Money Laundering
Hong Kong maintains a rigorous anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing enforcement regime. Individuals and businesses face serious criminal liability under multiple ordinances, while regulated entities must meet extensive compliance obligations. We advise on both the criminal defence and regulatory compliance dimensions of AML matters.
Read More →Data Privacy & Doxxing
Since October 2021, Hong Kong has criminalised doxxing under Part 3A of the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance (Cap. 486). The Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data now has direct criminal investigation and prosecution powers. We advise individuals and organisations on the implications of these provisions and on data privacy compliance more broadly.
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