What determines the length of sentence for money laundering offence?

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Last updated: 10 Jun, 2019

The length of the sentence largely depends on the amount of money involved. The seriousness of the offence increases with the amount of cash laundered.

Article ID: 2925

Last updated: 10 Jun, 2019

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