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FINANCIAL CRIMES ENFORCEMENT NETWORK, DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY > RULES FOR INSURANCE COMPANIES
Short Summary
The provided legal document content includes various aspects related to insurance companies. It defines terms used in the Rules for Insurance Companies and specifies that the term ‘insurance company’ or ‘insurer’ refers to any person engaged in the issuing or underwriting of covered products, excluding insurance agents and insurance brokers. The document outlines the requirements for anti-money laundering programs applicable to insurance companies, including the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and internal controls to prevent money laundering and terrorist financing. It also designates a compliance officer responsible for program implementation and training. Insurance companies registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission may be deemed to have satisfied the requirements if they have established an anti-money laundering program. The document governs the reporting requirements for insurance companies regarding suspicious transactions involving covered products. It mandates the filing of Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) with the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) for transactions involving at least $5,000 that may be related to illegal activity, money laundering, or criminal activity facilitated through the insurance company. Insurance companies are also responsible for reporting suspicious transactions conducted through their agents and brokers. The document provides guidelines on filing procedures, record retention, confidentiality, and limitations on liability. Recordkeeping requirements for insurance companies are mentioned, but specific details are not provided. The document also outlines special information sharing procedures and standards of diligence, prohibitions, and special measures for insurance companies. However, no specific exemptions or penalties for non-compliance or violations are mentioned in the provided content.
Whom does it apply to?
Insurance companies, insurance agents, insurance brokers
What does it govern?
Rules for Insurance Companies, anti-money laundering programs, reporting requirements for suspicious transactions, recordkeeping requirements, special information sharing procedures, special standards of diligence, prohibitions, and special measures
What are exemptions?
No specific exemptions are mentioned in the provided content
What are the Penalties?
No specific penalties for non-compliance or violations are mentioned in the provided content
Jurisdiction
U.S. Federal Government