Do you need a SAR committee?

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Is there a regulatory requirement for a bank to have a SAR Committee that reviews and approves every suspicious activity report prior to filing?

Answer:

There is no regulatory requirement for a bank to establish a SAR Committee. Many factors should be considered if your bank elects to create a SAR Committee. The SAR Committee should never compromise compliance risks for revenue interests.
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