Acams CKYCA Exam - Topic 3 Question 15 Discussion

Actual exam question for Acams's CKYCA exam

Question #: 15
Topic #: 3

An alert is generated by a negative media search system that an existing client is accused of money laundering and is arrested. A KYC analyst assigned to investigate finds no records of a court order or subpoen

a. Which is the next action the analyst should take?

AClose the alert as the client has not yet been found guilty.

BCall the emergency police phone line and report the matter.

CEscalate the issue to a compliance officer for further action.

DContact and interview the client to ensure their innocence.

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Suggested Answer: C

An arrest for alleged money laundering is a serious adverse media finding that must be escalated to the compliance officer for further assessment and potential action, regardless of whether there is a conviction.

by Gertude at May 29, 2026, 01:23 AM

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