Public Prosecutor and Tax Agency establish joint unit to pursue drug trafficking and corruption
The Public Prosecutor's Office and the Tax Agency have agreed to strengthen their cooperation through a new support structure in the Anti-Drug Prosecution Service and the continuation of the one already operating in the Anti-Corruption unit.
Public Prosecutor and Tax Agency establish joint unit to pursue drug trafficking and corruption
The Public Prosecutor's Office and the State Tax Administration Agency have sealed an agreement to intensify their cooperation on organised crime, drug trafficking and corruption. The agreement provides for the deployment of a new Tax Agency support structure in the Anti-Drug Prosecution Service, as well as the continuation of the one already serving in Anti-Corruption.
Sources from the tax environment have confirmed to Europa Press that the newly created unit will advise and provide technical expertise in investigations related to narcotics and money laundering. Its duties include preparing reports on assets, carrying out investigative proceedings and acting as a liaison with other areas of the Tax Agency, particularly with the customs surveillance service.
The agreement also guarantees the continuity of the unit that has long collaborated with the Anti-Corruption Prosecution Service. This unit is responsible for conducting audits, reports and any action requested by the head of the Prosecution Service or the Office of the Public Prosecutor General itself.
Furthermore, both entities have committed to jointly organising training and professional development courses for prosecutors and Tax Agency staff. These training activities will focus on combating money laundering, corruption and organised crime.
Source: Legal Today
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