Fraud compensation orders: can victims get money back?
Courts can order convicted fraudsters to repay victims, but the money often falls short of the losses. Here is how compensation and confiscation orders work in England and Wales.
Scams
Scam cases in court, from Ponzi schemes to romance fraud, with clear explanations of how prosecutors prove intent, trace money and seek compensation.
Ponzi schemes in court: how prosecutors trace the money
In a Ponzi scheme fraud trial, the money trail is often the core of the case. This article explains how investigators follow funds and how that evidence is put to a jury.
Bankman-Fried: 25-year FTX fraud sentence and the appeal so far
Sam Bankman-Fried is serving 25 years for the FTX fraud. His conviction was upheld on appeal in June 2026, and he has now asked the US Supreme Court to hear his case.
Nidhi Razdan and the fake Harvard job offer: what is known
Indian journalist Nidhi Razdan says a forged Harvard job offer was a phishing attack. This article sets out the timeline, the complaints and the unresolved questions.
Romance fraud in court: how prosecutors prove intent
A romance fraud charge turns on whether the accused set out to deceive. This guide explains how scam prosecution works, from the legal tests to the evidence used at trial.
Hooked: The Scams Landing in Your Inbox and on Your Phone
From spoofed police calls to fake parking fines and 'Hi Mum' texts, fraudsters are refining their tricks. Here is how to spot them and what to do if you are targeted.