What is the significance of the '50 Percent Rule' under OFAC sanctions programs?
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A
Entities owned 50% or more by a sanctioned party are themselves considered blocked, even if not listed
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B
OFAC will only penalize violations where a sanctioned party owns at least 50% of an asset
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C
Transactions involving less than 50% sanctioned-party interest are automatically authorized
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D
The rule requires financial institutions to screen at least 50% of their customer base