Comparative analysis of money laundering laws in Iran and England, challenges and opportunities
Subject Areas :Omid Zaynalzadeh 1 , Hossein Ghazizadeh 2 , علیرضا محمدبیکی 3
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2 - Criminal Law and Criminology, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran
3 - دانشجوی دکتری رشته حقوق کیفری و جرم شناسی، دانشکده علوم انسانی، واحد لاهیجان، دانشگاه آزاد اسلامی، لاهیجان، ایران.
Keywords: money laundering laws, challenges and opportunities, Iranian law, English law, criminal law,
Abstract :
Money laundering, as one of the serious economic challenges in today's world, requires comprehensive and coordinated actions from various countries. This article explores a comparative analysis of money laundering laws in Iran and the UK. A comparative analysis of these laws can contribute to improving existing regulations and proposing better solutions to combat this crime. Using descriptive and analytical research methods, this study focuses on the factors influencing the enforcement of the laws and the relevant institutions. Challenges such as legal and cultural discrepancies between the two countries and the need for improved international cooperation are among the main topics examined. Additionally, opportunities such as expanding judicial and commercial cooperation can help strengthen legal frameworks and enhance the fight against money laundering. With a deep understanding of the negative economic impacts of this phenomenon, particularly in the context of Iran, this research emphasizes the necessity of developing effective legal strategies. Money laundering, as a complex and transnational crime, poses a serious threat to the economy, politics, and society in various countries, including Iran and the UK. This crime impacts the financial systems of these countries by laundering proceeds from illegal activities and contributes to the strengthening of corruption. In Iran, despite some progress, money laundering laws require extensive reforms in deterrence measures and the enhancement of financial oversight. In the UK, despite having advanced frameworks, challenges such as the evasion of justice by defendants and the use of complex financial structures for laundering money still exist. Effective counteraction against this phenomenon in both countries necessitates international cooperation, increased financial transparency, and strengthening legal systems to reduce opportunities for corruption and create a suitable environment for economic and social health.
