Who we are?
IRIS is an informal network of law enforcement and judicial practitioners in the field of asset tracing, freezing, seizure, and confiscation. It is an inter-agency network. Each member state is represented by a law enforcement officer and a judicial expert (prosecutor, investigating judge, etc., depending on the legal system).
What is the purpose of IRIS?
The purpose of IRIS is to increase the effectiveness of its members’ efforts, on a multi-agency basis, to deprive criminals of their illicit profits.
IRIS contacts support the complete asset recovery process, from the starting point of the investigation involving the tracing of assets, to freezing and seizure, management and, finally, the forfeiture/confiscation, including any necessary asset sharing between jurisdictions. The representatives of the member states are called “national contact points”. All of them are English speaking, as the working language of the network is English. IRIScontacts may be contacted directly by phone or email.
How many jurisdictions are members?
IRIS currently has 61 registered member jurisdictions, including 27 EU Member States and 13 international organisations. It is also linked to the other seven regional asset recovery inter-agency networks (ARINs) across the globe.
Who can use IRIS?
You can request IRIS assistance if you are a law enforcement officer (police/customs/other law enforcement agency), a prosecutor, magistrate or judge, or an official from an Asset Recovery Office (ARO) or Asset Management Office (AMO).
Disclaimer: IRIS is a network of practitioners specialising in asset recovery, which does not conduct investigations into criminal matters; seize or release funds; or contact individuals. If you believe you have been the victim of a scam, you are encouraged to file an official complaint with your closest police station or relevant law enforcement agency. They are equipped with the necessary resources and expertise to investigate crimes and bring perpetrators to justice, and they will provide you with the necessary support and assistance.