Definition ∞ Criminal enforcement policy refers to the guidelines and priorities governing how legal authorities pursue and prosecute individuals or entities for criminal offenses. This framework dictates the resources allocated and the legal strategies employed in combating illicit activities. It outlines the types of conduct considered criminal and the corresponding legal actions taken by government agencies.
Context ∞ Within the digital asset sector, criminal enforcement policy increasingly focuses on fraud, money laundering, and sanctions evasion associated with cryptocurrency transactions. Regulators worldwide are adjusting these policies to address the pseudonymous nature and cross-border scope of blockchain-based crimes. Understanding these policies is crucial for assessing regulatory risk and legal implications in the crypto space.
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