Advances in Financial Crime and Law (AFCL) is a peer-reviewed international journal dedicated to publishing high-quality scholarly research on legal, regulatory, and policy responses to financial and economic crime. The journal focuses on advancing both theoretical and empirical understanding of financial crime and its regulation within domestic, regional, and international legal frameworks. By providing a platform for innovative research, the journal aims to contribute to the ongoing development of more effective legal and regulatory systems for combating financial crime.
The journal emphasizes the dynamic interaction between criminal law, regulatory law, and enforcement institutions in addressing the increasingly complex risks posed by financial crime. It explores how globalization, financial innovation, and digitalization have created new challenges for legal systems in managing and preventing financial crimes. Through its wide-ranging coverage, the journal seeks to promote deeper insights into the evolving nature of financial crime and its regulatory responses.
Advances in Financial Crime and Law aims to foster research that not only analyzes existing legal frameworks but also contributes to the development of more effective and accountable legal and regulatory approaches. The journal encourages studies that propose innovative solutions, highlight gaps in current regulatory measures, and offer actionable recommendations for enhancing global efforts to combat financial and economic crime.