•   Proceedings do not lie against a person in relation to anything done, or omitted to be done, in compliance, or in purported compliance, with a requirement under this Act, the regulations or the AML/CTF Rules.

•   In proceedings for a contravention of this Act or the regulations, it is a defence if the defendant proves that the defendant took reasonable precautions, and exercised due diligence, to avoid the contravention.

•   Partnerships, trusts and unincorporated associations are to be treated as persons for the purposes of this Act.

•   This Act is not intended to affect the concurrent operation of State and Territory laws.

•   This Act does not affect the law relating to legal professional privilege.

•   A contravention of this Act does not affect the validity of any transaction.

•   Provision is made in relation to the making of reports to the AUSTRAC CEO etc.

•   Provision is made in relation to the performance of non - judicial functions by magistrates.

•   This Act does not apply to a designated service specified in the AML/CTF Rules.

•   The AUSTRAC CEO may exempt a person from this Act, or modify the application of this Act to a person.

•   There is to be a review of the operation of this Act.

•   The Governor - General may make regulations for the purposes of this Act.