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How to Fight Federal Bank Fraud Charges in Miami After a Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) Is Filed

Federal bank fraud (18 U.S.C. § 1344) carries up to 30 years in prison and up to a $1,000,000 fine, and a SAR can trigger a fast-moving federal investigation in Miami. In South Florida, banks and money services businesses routinely file Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) that become the starting point for subpoenas, search warrants, and […]

How to Challenge a Bank’s Account Freeze in Miami-Dade County After a Suspicious Activity Report (SAR)

Banking & Financial Security / Jack Gilbert

A Miami-Dade bank account freeze tied to a Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) can often be challenged within days by tracing the legal basis for the hold and forcing the bank or claimant into court. In Miami, these freezes usually arise from fraud alerts, wire disputes, or civil “turnover/garnishment” actions—often without advance notice. This article explains

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