Sawyer receives conflicting instructions about sar reporting and Fraud Detection and Reporting. Which instruction should control?
Correct Answer
A) Document the suspicious pattern for AML review
SAR rules require reporting or escalation of suspicious activity and prohibit tipping off subjects. This item uses an exam-style scenario; any file details in the stem are illustrative and the governing rule controls the compliant response. The best answer is "Document the suspicious pattern for AML review".
Why This Is the Correct Answer
SAR rules require reporting or escalation of suspicious activity and prohibit tipping off subjects. This item uses an exam-style scenario; any file details in the stem are illustrative and the governing rule controls the compliant response. The best answer is "Document the suspicious pattern for AML review".
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