Financial Investigation and Forensic Accounting, Third Edition

Written by an IRS agent with more than twenty years of experience, this book offers a thorough examination of current methods and legal concerns for the detection and prosecution of economic crimes. It guides the investigator through the process, from detection to indictment and conviction. It explains the mechanics of gambling, fraud, and money laundering, and illustrates how prosecutors present the tax codes, offshore banking laws, and the RICO statutes to judges and juries. Each chapter provides a summary along with applicable outlines. This updated edition provides additional focus on locating terrorist funds, related legislation, and computer fraud.