Which actions are involved when a prosecutor instructs a bank to freeze the assets and bank accounts held by one of its clients? (Choose three.)

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• AInform other banks in the same geographical area to freeze the client's assets if they are a
• BExtend the account and asset freeze to the client's family members as a precautionary measure.
• CEnsure the client and beneficiaries are unable to access any frozen assets during the freeze
• DThe institution does not need to comply with the request if the client's assets make the task
• EAn affidavit must accompany the freeze order for the bank to comply with the request.
• FThe institution should obtain a copy of the court order to freeze the assets of the named

• A
  6% (2)
• B
  3% (1)
• C
  82% (27)
• D
  9% (3)

Explanation

When a prosecutor instructs a bank to freeze the assets and bank accounts held by one of its clients, the bank must take the following actions: Ensure the client and beneficiaries are unable to access any frozen assets during the freeze This means the bank must prevent any withdrawals, transfers, payments, or other transactions from the frozen accounts or assets. The bank must also notify the client and beneficiaries of the freeze order and the reason for it. The bank must comply with the freeze order until it is lifted by the court or the prosecutor. An affidavit must accompany the freeze order for the bank to comply with the request. An affidavit is a sworn statement that provides the legal basis and evidence for the freeze order. The affidavit must specify the name of the client, the amount and location of the assets to be frozen, the nature and source of the funds, the suspected criminal activity, and the legal authority for the freeze order. The institution should obtain a copy of the court order to freeze the assets of the named individuals. A court order is a legal document that authorizes the bank to freeze the assets and accounts of the client. The court order must be signed by a judge or a magistrate and must include the same information as the affidavit. The bank should keep a copy of the court order for its records and to verify its validity.

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