Deterrence from Investigation
摘要
The national authority Økokrim was established several decades ago with the mission of becoming a center of excellence for the investigation and prosecution of economic and environmental crime in Norway, particularly focusing on white-collar and corporate crime. Økokrim initially gained public trust through its successful handling of complex crime cases, positioning itself as a formidable force in the realm of financial crime enforcement. However, this reputation faced a significant challenge when Økokrim was involved in a high-profile court case against the Swiss company Transocean and its advisers, who were accused of tax fraud. This case ended in failure for Økokrim, leading to increased scrutiny of its operations. In response, the Attorney General of Norway commissioned a comprehensive review of the national authority. The findings revealed substantial shortcomings in Økokrim’s management practices, as well as a lack of competence among the detectives and lawyers within its policing unit.