Law of Prevention of Money Laundering by Brajesh Kumar offers a comprehensive and analytical study of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002 (PMLA). The book provides readers with a clear understanding of the statute's legislative evolution, its objectives, and its impact on India's financial and legal system. The author examines how judicial interpretation, regulatory developments, and global anti-money laundering (AML) standards have shaped the law over time.
Key Features:
- Detailed examination of the legislative history and evolution of the PMLA, 2002.
- Thorough analysis of landmark Supreme Court judgments affecting the scope and application of PMLA.
- Insightful discussion on investigative powers, attachment of property, arrest, bail, and other procedural aspects under the Act.
- Critical coverage of the enforcement mechanism, including ED procedures and obligations of reporting entities.
- Comparative study of international AML frameworks, FATF standards, and their influence on Indian law.
- Written in a clear, structured, and practitioner-friendly style suitable for quick reference as well as in-depth research.
This book is ideal for legal practitioners, enforcement officers, compliance professionals, banking and financial institutions, academicians, and law students seeking a deep and practical understanding of India's anti-money-laundering regime.