Individual Risk From Potential Criminal Investigation in the United States

June 28, 2024 | BY

Susan Mok

Karen R King, partner at Morvillo Abramowitz Grand Iason & Anello P.C., and Jianwei (Jerry) Fang, partner at Zhong Lun Law Firm, describe how U.S. jurisdiction can reach Chinese nationals, and how to mitigate any personal risk

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Summary

  • The U.S. has a mature but complex criminal justice system which reaches beyond its borders under the principle of long arm jurisdiction
  • This means Chinese nationals may be affected by U.S. criminal investigations
  • Travel to the U.S. carries particular risk but there is also risk in relation to third countries with a cooperation agreement with the U.S.
  • Early advice from U.S. counsel is vital