The Department is responsible for making applications for preservation and forfeiture of assets under Part VII to XII of the Proceeds of Crime and Anti-Money Laundering Act.
This department is responsible for the following functions: –
Provide Legal advice and undertake litigation on behalf of the Agency;
Draft and review documents contracts and other legal instruments;
Initiate and undertake research on complex and emerging legal issues;
Liaise and guide investigators to ensure sufficient collection of evidence;
Prepare reports on outcome of cases to ensure appropriate strategies are developed and implemented to manage the challenges encountered;
Engage in alternative dispute resolution mechanism in assets recovery cases;
Review existing legislation on assets recovery;
Facilitate inter - Agency collaboration and cooperation on investigation;
Engage in International Mutual Legal assistance in investigations and proceedings through the Office of the Attorney General;