Georgia’s Financial Intelligence Unit Tackles Complex Crimes with Expertise

The Financial Investigations Unit (FIU) is a specialized team within the Georgia law enforcement community that brings financial expertise to bear on complex crimes. Comprised of forensic auditors with accounting and investigative backgrounds, FIU provides critical support to local agencies in examining financial evidence and unraveling intricate schemes.

Expertise in Tackling Complex Crimes

• Certified fraud examiners who undergo extensive training to tackle cases involving:
  • Theft
  • Embezzlement
  • Mortgage and insurance fraud
  • Narcotics investigations
  • Death and arson cases with a financial motive

Services Provided by FIU

FIU’s services are in high demand among Georgia law enforcement agencies, which rely on the unit to provide critical support in investigating and prosecuting financial crimes. The team’s expertise includes:

• Conducting forensic audits
• Identifying relevant financial records for seizure during search warrants
• Performing public records searches
• Compiling detailed financial analysis reports that aid in building cases

Partnership with FinCEN

As a key liaison between local agencies and the U.S. Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), FIU plays a vital role in ensuring Georgia law enforcement has access to critical Bank Secrecy Act data stored by the Department of Treasury. This partnership enables investigators to stay ahead of financial crimes and track down suspects who attempt to launder money or conceal assets.

Impact on Combatting Financial Crime

Through its tireless efforts, FIU is making a significant impact on combatting financial crime in Georgia. By providing expert analysis and support, the unit is helping local agencies build stronger cases, secure convictions, and keep communities safer from financial predators.