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Asset Recovery Networks (ARINs)

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Asset Recovery Networks (ARINs) are a crucial tool for recovering international proceeds of crime. In this article, we will delve into the membership criteria and obligations, steering group and leadership, ARIN country representatives, funding, and secretariat roles and responsibilities.

Membership Criteria and Obligations

The following are the key membership criteria and obligations for ARINs:

• Countries must submit up to three national contact points from relevant law enforcement agencies, asset recovery offices, or judicial authorities.
• They must provide information on their legislation and procedures for civil and criminal asset forfeiture.
• They commit to engage internally within their own contacts and liaise with the ARIN network.

Steering Group and Leadership

Most ARINs have a steering group that elects a rotating presidency or chair annually or bi-annually. However, RRAG is governed by GAFILAT guidelines.

ARIN Country Representatives

Each member country nominates two to three relevant persons from law enforcement and asset recovery offices. The quality of contact points varies significantly across countries, particularly in lower capacity jurisdictions.

Funding

ARIN manuals do not specify funding requirements; they are usually funded ad-hoc or through third-party contributions.

Secretariat Roles and Responsibilities

The following are the roles and responsibilities of secretariats outlined in ARIN manuals:

• Facilitating communication among member countries.
• Organizing meetings.
• Providing technical support.