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Digital evidence access orders can be issued to accompany warrants, with directions to provide passwords and assistance.

Crimes such as fraud and corruption should be acted on quickly, but in a carefully considered and well planned way.

As part of its reform agenda, the government has released draft legislation for the Commonwealth Integrity Commission.

Larceny by a clerk or servant in NSW is an offence under the Crimes Act, which may carry a penalty of 10 years in prison.

In this article, Julia Patterson summarises how fraudsters are often caught by forensic accountants and investigators.

Workplace investigations require careful selection of investigators based on expertise, independence, and the nature of allegations. Understanding the distinction between fact-finding and legal advice, while balancing investigative rigour with trauma-informed practices, determines whether findings will withstand scrutiny and serve organisational needs effectively.

This FOS Determination now means that banks owe customers a duty to prevent them suffering a loss to known fraudsters.

With prices skyrocketing in this virtual currency, many online 'exchanges' and 'banks' will store Bitcoins for users.

Whistleblowers could save taxpayer money by the early identification of fraudulent claims made against the government.

Employee fraud in small-to-medium businesses could be prevented at little or no cost to a vigilant business owner.

Privilege against self-incrimination does not apply at Royal Commissions, so any given evidence cannot later be used.

Recent press stories have alleged a level of corruption in the Australian Customs and Border Protection Services.

A report on our implementation of the OECD Anti-Bribery Convention identified a poor record and gaps in the current law.

A director could not establish reasonable diligence to prevent an offence if they have supplied false information.

Franchisors need to remain constantly vigilant but cautious when monitoring Franchisees' conduct for evidence of fraud.

Bribery and misuse of funds poses special problems for recovery, so preventive procedures should already be in place.

Australian businesses must meet the requirements of a variety of anti-corruption and bribery laws at home and abroad.