"8. Forfeiture of the proceeds of crime represents one of the most significant recent developments. Important in this context are the following: provision for the freezing or withholding, and the confiscation or forfeiture, of property used in, or derived from, the commission of an offence; and orders for pecuniary penalties representing a court assessment of the monetary value of the benefit derived by the offender from the commission of the offence. Viable remedies that have been developed in several countries on those matters should be brought, in a systematic way, to the attention of other interested countries, with a view to their more widespread utilization. "9. Attention should be focused on new methods of criminal investigation and the techniques developed in various countries of 'following the money trail'. Important in this context are the following; orders requiring financial institutions to provide all thé information necessary to follow the money trail, including details of accounts belonging to a particular person, and orders requesting them to report suspect transactions to the appropriate authorities. Banks and financial institutions should not resort to the principle of secrecy once there exists a judicial order issued by the competent judiciary authority. "10. The use of telecommunications and electronic surveillance is also a relévant and effective procedure, subject to human rights considerations. "11. Schemes for the protection of witnesses against violence and intimidation are becoming increasingly important in the criminal investigation and trial process and in enforcement efforts against organized crime. These procedures involve the provision of protected accommodation and physical protection, relocation, monetary support and a new identity for the witnesses. "Law egjEarggnmnt .and c.timinal justioo a.dmini.gtr.abion "12. Law enforcement plays a crucial role in programmes against organized crime. It is important to ensure that law enforcement agencies have adequate 
**Analysis**
The text appears to focus on measures to combat organized crime, including the use of financial sanctions, investigative techniques, and witness protection. It suggests that law enforcement plays a crucial role in addressing organized crime, and that international cooperation is necessary to share best practices and technologies.

**Category**
Justice, Law Enforcement