Tracing funds isn’t recovery. To turn on-chain intel into real outcomes you need attribution, jurisdiction, and leverage—then move fast.
What to send (the “Freeze Packet”)
- 1-page narrative (who/what/when/how much + key addresses/txids + current location)
- Evidence appendix (graph, CSV of addresses/balances, screenshots, any KYC/ticket refs)
- Chain-of-custody note (tools, exporter, data hash)
- Ask: temporary hold + log preservation + legal contact
Legal lanes & tools
- Civil, criminal, or hybrid—pick for speed/enforceability
- Remedies by venue: TRO/prelim injunction, Norwich/Bankers Trust, Mareva, 28 U.S.C. §1782, preservation/Anton Piller
Exchanges: escalation path
Trust & Safety → compliance portal → counsel-to-counsel letter (attach packet) → serve the order.
Quality rules
Reproducible traces, UTC timestamps, label probabilities vs. proofs, separate facts from advocacy.
Cross-chain tactics
Track bridge/swap hops, mixer exits, exchange hot-wallet consolidation, pivot to off-ramps for privacy assets.
Timelines & pitfalls
Hours–days: soft holds; days–weeks: orders/discovery; weeks–months: return/settle or litigate. Avoid over-claiming, novels to compliance, and unenforceable venues.
BlockDivers approach
Fast triage, two-track pressure (compliance + court), negotiation once freezes/disclosures land, court-ready reports.
Read the full guide on BlockDivers → https://blockdivers.com/blockdivers-blog-series-part-4-of-5/
