{"id":4010,"date":"2025-04-08T16:07:37","date_gmt":"2025-04-08T15:07:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pragal-prinzenberg.de\/blog\/strafverteidiger-compliance-beratung\/"},"modified":"2026-08-05T07:26:55","modified_gmt":"2026-08-05T06:26:55","slug":"criminal-defence-lawyer-compliance-consulting","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pragal-rechtsanwaelte.de\/en\/blog\/criminal-defence-lawyer-compliance-consulting\/","title":{"rendered":"The role of the Criminal Defence Lawyer in Compliance Consulting"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The key points first<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Effective compliance consulting today also requires criminal law know-how to proactively identify, assess, and mitigate risks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The interfaces between corporate activity and criminal law are diverse, particularly in areas such as corruption, fraud, embezzlement, or tax-related risks. Investigations can be triggered by a wide range of events. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Compliance systems often lack a concrete criminal-law perspective, which is essential for responding effectively in the event of a compliance crisis.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>White-collar criminal defense attorneys understand how economic offenders and investigative authorities think and act. This expertise is crucial for the development of effective compliance structures. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If a compliance crisis does occur, the corporate defence lawyer plays a central role: they assess the situation, identify risks and pitfalls, communicate with internal and external stakeholders as well as investigative authorities, and take on a key function in structuring and carrying out an internal investigation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At first glance, compliance consulting and <a href=\"https:\/\/pragal-rechtsanwaelte.de\/en\/competencies\/criminal-defence\/\">criminal defense<\/a> may appear to be separate areas of law. In reality, however, modern compliance practice is hardly conceivable without the criminal law expertise of an experienced defence lawyer. Especially in the context of corporate crises, it becomes clear how essential it is to have a defence lawyer who not only reacts, but proactively identifies, assesses, and systematically mitigates or eliminates risks.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Advising and defending in an<a href=\"https:\/\/pragal-rechtsanwaelte.de\/en\/competencies\/criminal-defence\/commercial-criminal-law\/\"> economic (criminal) law<\/a> context differs fundamentally from traditional<a href=\"https:\/\/pragal-rechtsanwaelte.de\/en\/competencies\/criminal-defence\/individual-defence\/\"> individual defence<\/a>. The focus is less on individual responsibility and its (often confrontational) clarification in criminal proceedings, and more on identifying complex interrelationships and coordinating a multitude of interests and internal and external stakeholders in a highly dynamic situation\u2014often over an extended period and increasingly <a href=\"https:\/\/pragal-rechtsanwaelte.de\/en\/competencies\/criminal-defence\/cross-border-defence\/\">across borders<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As specialised criminal defense lawyers with expertise in <a href=\"https:\/\/pragal-rechtsanwaelte.de\/en\/\">white-collar criminal law based in Hamburg, Germany<\/a>, we combine in-depth knowledge of economic criminal law with many years of experience in compliance consulting for medium-sized and large companies.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-c35dcd8f gb-headline-text\">Criminal Law Risks in Everyday Business Operations<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Corruption, fraud, embezzlement, or tax-related risks \u2013 the overlaps between corporate practice and criminal law are diverse and often not immediately apparent. Many violations of white-collar criminal law occur without malicious intent, yet ignorance usually does not protect against prosecution. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Often, a single whistleblower report, an escalating labor court dispute, a confrontational tax audit, or a media publication is enough to trigger investigations against a company or its executives. The risk of criminal investigations is particularly heightened in regulated industries or in the context of international business activities. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many companies do have more or less well-coordinated compliance systems in place. However, in our experience, the criminal law perspective is often missing \u2014 an essential element for ensuring maximum preventive impact and establishing practical procedures in the event of a <a href=\"https:\/\/pragal-rechtsanwaelte.de\/en\/competencies\/crisis-management\/\">compliance crisis<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-7e776bf8 gb-headline-text\">At the Intersection: The Criminal Defense Lawyer as Compliance Consultant<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The criminal defense lawyer brings a specific perspective to compliance work: the perspective of a potential investigator. They understand how white-collar offenders think and operate, how their structures and methods are designed, and how government investigations are initiated and conducted. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This knowledge is essential for developing effective compliance structures. Unlike traditional consultants, the criminal defense lawyer is not primarily focused on formal requirements, but on providing practical protection against criminal law risks and ensuring their optimal management in the event of a crisis. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In practice, this means: We analyze internal processes through the lens of criminal law relevance, support your company in establishing robust control systems, and provide early-stage advice in cases of suspicion\u2014before external investigative authorities become involved.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This expertise can be crucial in times of crisis.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-e2eaeeb0 gb-headline-text\">Specialized Knowledge in White-Collar Criminal Law as a Value Add for Compliance<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The criminal law assessment of internal corporate processes requires in-depth expertise \u2014 not only in general criminal law, but also in areas such as <a href=\"https:\/\/pragal-rechtsanwaelte.de\/en\/competencies\/criminal-defence\/corporate-tax-criminal-law\/\">tax criminal law<\/a>, labor criminal law, environmental criminal law, and capital market criminal law.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The specialized white-collar criminal defense lawyer not only identifies risks relevant under criminal law, but also distinguishes between mandatory regulatory requirements and those open to interpretation. This distinction is especially critical in dynamic areas of law and plays a key role in effective compliance practice. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition, they are familiar with the mindset of investigative authorities and the procedures of specialized public prosecutor&#8217;s offices\u2014a decisive advantage when it comes to realistic risk assessment, preparing for potential compliance crises, and managing them effectively in practice.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-d75a38d6 gb-headline-text\">Corporate Defense and Internal Investigations<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a compliance crisis does occur, the <a href=\"https:\/\/pragal-rechtsanwaelte.de\/en\/competencies\/criminal-defence\/corporate-defence\/\">corporate defense lawyer<\/a> plays a central role: they assess the situation, identify risks and pitfalls, communicate with internal and external stakeholders as well as investigative authorities, and take on a key function in structuring and carrying out an <a href=\"https:\/\/pragal-rechtsanwaelte.de\/en\/competencies\/internal-investigations\/internal-investigations\/\">internal investigation<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In close coordination with company leadership and external communications consultants, the corporate defense lawyer develops a tailored overall strategy that addresses all of the company\u2019s interests and protects them as effectively as possible.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This strategic spectrum ranges from full cooperation\u2014with the common aim of achieving a discreet and expedited resolution of proceedings\u2014to a firm denial of the allegations and the assertive exercise of procedural rights.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-4ba6daa1 gb-headline-text\">Attorney-Client Relationship and Conflicts of Interest<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the corporate context, the attorney-client relationship must be clearly structured. The client is either the company or an individual as the accused\u2014but never both at the same time. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Simultaneous individual defense on the one hand and advising the company on the other is excluded.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Particular attention must also be paid to the protection of legal privilege, which \u2014 according to the Jones Day decision by the German Federal Constitutional Court (\u201cBundesgerichtshof\u201d decision of June 27, 2018; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bundesverfassungsgericht.de\/SharedDocs\/Entscheidungen\/DE\/2018\/06\/rk20180627_2bvr128717.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2 BvR 1287\/17<\/a>) \u2014 should demonstrate a plausible connection to an already established role comparable to that of a defendant, or at least to a reasonably foreseeable expectation of such a role.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Furthermore, following the Jones Day decision by the German Federal Constitutional Court, it is important in corporate group structures to ensure that the attorney-client relationship is established with the directly affected group company.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-e1fbbab4 gb-headline-text\">Criminal Defence as Integral Part of Modern Compliance<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In white-collar criminal law, defense attorneys are not only indispensable advisors in managing compliance crises, but ideally serve as valuable consultants in the design of compliance systems and the preventive planning for worst-case scenarios.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As experienced <a href=\"https:\/\/pragal-rechtsanwaelte.de\/en\/\">white-collar criminal defense lawyers<\/a>, we support companies in identifying criminal law risks, implementing effective compliance structures, taking preventive action through well-founded compliance consulting, and responding professionally in the event of a crisis.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We would be happy to advise you in a confidential conversation tailored to your specific needs\u2014feel free to <a href=\"https:\/\/pragal-rechtsanwaelte.de\/en\/contact\/\">contact us<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-23513794 gb-headline-text\">Frequently Asked Questions on the Role of a Criminal Defence Lawyer in Compliance Consulting<\/h2>\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-a92e33b1 gb-accordion\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-170273bc gb-accordion__item gb-accordion__item-open\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-c38c2e45 gb-accordion__toggle gb-block-is-current\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-c38c2e45\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">Why does the criminal defence lawyer play a central role in compliance consulting?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-e6df780b\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-e6df780b\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Modern compliance requires criminal law expertise, as many risks only become apparent when viewed through the lens of criminal law. The criminal defence attorney evaluates processes preventively and helps to mitigate risks at an early stage. <\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-205d8ab7 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-d7c2041a gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-d7c2041a\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">What are the typical criminal law risks in daily business operations?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-e8d9c87c\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-e8d9c87c\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Companies are frequently confronted with risks such as fraud, corruption, breach of trust, or tax violations, and these often arise without intent. Even whistleblower reports or external audits can trigger investigative proceedings. <\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-adffcfa5 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-2c26bd18 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-2c26bd18\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">What distinguishes compliance consulting with a criminal law focus?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-ede8e554\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-ede8e554\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Criminal law-focused compliance advisory is oriented toward actual investigative risks rather than mere formal requirements. It is practical and aims to make crises manageable. <\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-f4859b2d gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-f77494d4 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-f77494d4\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">What perspective does a criminal defence lawyer bring to compliance systems?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-c9ec55a4\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-c9ec55a4\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The criminal defence lawyer understands the mindset of prosecuting authorities and knows how proceedings begin and escalate. This knowledge directly influences the design of effective control and prevention structures. <\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d8ca8ca4 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-4a6c7f90 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-4a6c7f90\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">When should a company involve a criminal defence lawyer in compliance?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-a0970629\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-a0970629\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Involvement is sensible before specific allegations arise and initial suspicions emerge. Early advisory increases the preventative effect and reduces subsequent liability risks. <\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-11494989 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-2682ba41 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-2682ba41\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">What role does a criminal defence lawyer play in a compliance crisis?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-86c24c56\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-86c24c56\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During a crisis, the corporate defence lawyer manages communication, internal investigations and the overall legal strategy. They coordinate interests and protect the company vis-\u00e0-vis authorities. <\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-4c40b24d gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-3b09997f gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-3b09997f\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\">What significance do internal investigations hold for criminal defence?<\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-10a0a4b0\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-10a0a4b0\">\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Internal investigations serve to clarify facts and manage risk, and they must be conducted in a legally sound manner under criminal law. 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