Financial Crime, Account Forfeiture & Freezing Orders - Part 1

What if your bank account was suddenly frozen… and you had no idea why? Join Hatti Suvari and leading financial crime barrister Gary Pons for a gripping deep dive into the hidden world of financial crime, where billions are lost, assets are seized, and everyday people can find themselves caught in the system. With over £90 billion lost to fraud in the UK, this episode pulls back the curtain on how it really works. From account freezing and forfeiture orders, to the realities of money laundering and fraud, Hatti and Gary break down the law in a way that’s sharp, clear, and impossible to ignore. They uncover how powerful legislation like the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 and the Criminal Finances Act 2017 is used by authorities to track, seize and recover money and crucially, what you can do if your funds have been taken. Plus, essential insights on travelling with cash: when you must declare it, what raises red flags at the border, and why your money could be confiscated on the spot. If you think financial crime doesn’t affect you — think again. A high-stakes, eye-opening episode that turns complex law into must-know knowledge. Listen or share now! #financialcrime #fraud #moneylaundering #freezingorders #accountforfeiture #proceedsofcrime #criminalfinancesact2017 #seizedcash #confiscation #legallearning #getlegallyspeaking Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.