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flag In Feb 2026, SDNY launched a new program letting companies avoid prosecution by quickly self-reporting financial crimes, with conditional declinations possible if they cooperate fully and fix problems.

flag On February 24, 2026, the SDNY launched a revised Corporate Enforcement and Voluntary Self-Disclosure Program, offering companies a faster, more predictable path to avoid prosecution by self-reporting financial crimes like securities fraud or embezzlement before formal investigation. flag Eligible companies may receive a conditional declination within weeks, avoiding fines, forfeiture, and compliance monitors, even if the government already has information—so long as disclosure is made in good faith. flag The program removes automatic disqualification for senior involvement or past misconduct, requires full cooperation and remediation, and excludes serious crimes like terrorism and corruption. flag It marks a shift toward a more rules-based, incentive-driven enforcement model, though its interaction with DOJ’s broader policies remains uncertain.

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