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An audit analyst is reviewing a mortgage file during a disciplinary-risk review. Which statement correctly handles SAR escalation and anti-tipping rules?

Correct Answer

B) Follow SAR timing and confidentiality procedures

SAR rules require reporting or escalation of suspicious activity and prohibit tipping off subjects. The best answer is "Follow SAR timing and confidentiality procedures".

Answer Options
A
Continue the activity because the borrower appears willing to proceed.
B
Follow SAR timing and confidentiality procedures
C
Ignore the consumer-protection issue unless the borrower complains.
D
Document the issue later instead of correcting the compliance problem first.

Why This Is the Correct Answer

SAR rules require reporting or escalation of suspicious activity and prohibit tipping off subjects. The best answer is "Follow SAR timing and confidentiality procedures".

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