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Complying with Changes in Legislation. October and November 2012. Agenda. FICA. Money Laundering legislation. Defines: Money Laundering offence Reporting obligation. Definition. Financial Intelligence Centre. Reporting obligations.
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Complying with Changes in Legislation October and November 2012
Money Laundering legislation Defines: Money Laundering offence Reporting obligation
Responsibility of supervisory body Administrative sanctions: Not to repeat conduct Reprimand Remedial action Restriction or suspension Penalty: Individual: R 10 mil Company : R 50 mil
Appointment of inspectors No warrant is necessary Issue certificate of appointment Must consult with Centre Institution liable for any costs involved
What is FSP? Duties • Display certified copy of license in prominent place at all business premises • Include reference to license in all documentation • Advise registrar of lapsing of license • Permanent incapable of carrying on business • Sequestrated • Dies • Liquidated • Business is dormant • Appoint compliance officer Excluding a representative
Representatives May only Act if: FSP must:
Accounting and audit requirements External auditor must be approved by Registrar Reasons for termination as auditor May only change year end with approval of Registrar 10 Different compliance reports Different submission dates per category
Registration requirements No natural persons Duties of NCR Certificate of registration Enter in register Assign unique registration number Fit and proper No juristic person
Unlawful and Reckless Agreements • Cannot sue • Must refund: • Monies paid • Interest per quote Credit provider
Pre-agreement statements Prescribed forms for all agreements
Compliance and reporting > R 15 mil – Quarterly < R 15 mil – 15th February 6 months after year end
Meaning of service Accommodation e.g. restaurant or hotel Entertainment e.g. sale of tickets Access to any electronic communications infrastructures e.g. cell phones, 3G Access to event, premises, activity or facility Right of occupancy in land or other immovable property Education, information, advice or consultation (excluding FAIS)