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In brief: Law Society Rule 3-100 sets out the minimum identification information that you must obtain about individuals and organizations, unless there is an applicable exemption (Law Society Rule 3-99). Copies of the client’s identity document(s) are not required for identification. You should only obtain and retain copies of an individual’s identity documents if required to meet your professional obligations.
Rules - Definition of “client”: Law Society Rule 3-98.
Rules - Client identification: Law Society Rule 3-100.
Rules - Exemptions: Law Society Rule 3-99.
Practice Resource - See New client verification and source of money requirements, Winter 2019 Benchers’ Bulletin (p.13) for an overview. (Note the changes to Law Society Rules 3-102 and 3-104 made on March 8, 2024 that affect limited parts of this resource.)
Practice Resource - Client Identification, Verification and Source of Money Checklist, includes Sample Agreement with Agent for Verification. (Note the changes to Law Society Rules 3-102 and 3-104 made on March 8, 2024 that affect limited parts of this resource.)
Practice Resource - Anti-Money Laundering Webinar: See in particular 59:00.
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