Official Text
“Whoever provides, collects, or manages funds for terrorist activities, including money laundering for terrorism or supporting terrorist organizations.”
Legal Analysis
Elements to Prove:
- Providing, collecting, or managing funds.
- For terrorist activities.
- Intent to support terrorism.
- Financial support for terrorism.
Potential Defenses:
- No terrorist financing.
- Legitimate fundraising.
- Authorized financial activities.
Practical Examples
What Constitutes the Offense:
Providing money to terrorists, laundering money for terrorism, supporting terrorist finances.
What Doesn't Constitute:
Legitimate fundraising, authorized donations, or lawful financial activities.
Punishment
Imprisonment for Life, or up to 10 years, and Fine