CHAPTER 1

Background

Evolution of the Money Laundering Process

In many countries the “unregistered economic values” have been an important issue for the evolution of money-laundering activities. Although clear definition of ‘unregistered economy’ exists, according to Erdilek, unregistered economy could be associated with:

    •  Excessive tax burdens,

    •  Corporate and personal taxes,

    •  Social security contributions,

    •  Inflexible labor markets (Erdilek, 2007).

Erdilek adds that ‘the reluctance of some people to pay their share of taxes’ could be another reason for unregistered economy. He mentions that the reason for the unwillingness of paying the full share of taxes could be that people believe governments are wasting tax revenues. ...

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