“UWOs”

Unexplained Wealth Orders

UWOs are used by law enforcement agencies to require an individual to prove that a particular asset was obtained through legitimate means.

Proceeds of Crime and Money Laundering

Recent years have seen considerable growth in this practice area, following the introduction of new measures designed to tackle illicit finance and the increased attention of enforcement agencies.

Investigators eye up unexplained wealth - Nicola Finnerty quoted in The Times

High Court grants first unexplained wealth orders - Ed Smyth quoted in Spear's

NCA obtains first UWO against a suspected organised criminal – a change in approach

Unexplained Wealth Orders – can you prove the legitimate provenance of all of your significant assets?