UK SFO Publishes DPA Guidance: comparing and contrasting the approach of the U.S. DOJ to DPAs
By EsqSocial Corporation 03/11/20
The United Kingdom Serious Fraud Office (SFO) recently published comprehensive guidance on Deferred Prosecution Agreements (DPAs). Lisa Osofsky, Director of the SFO, stated, “Over the past six years, we at SFO have been developing our approach to negotiating and entering into DPAs, and in turn, establishing best practice.” The publication is an effort to provide transparency on what SFO expects from companies cooperating with the Office. Osofsky added, “DPAs are a valuable tool in the fight...
By: Hogan Lovells