The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of New York, led by U.S. Attorney Breon Peace, has introduced a new Whistleblower Non-Prosecution Pilot Program designed to encourage the disclosure of criminal conduct previously unknown to authorities.

This initiative aims to help investigate and prosecute wrongdoers more effectively while motivating companies to establish and enforce stronger compliance programs.

The Whistleblower Pilot Program, now in effect, offers a pathway for individuals who voluntarily report information about crimes involving public or private entities to become eligible for a Non-Prosecution Agreement (NPA). The program covers various criminal activities, including fraud, intellectual property theft, market integrity violations, bribery, obstruction of justice, health care fraud and money laundering.

An NPA is a legal agreement between a prosecutor and an individual or company. Under this agreement, the prosecutor agrees not to pursue criminal charges against the individual or entity, typically in exchange for cooperation, such as providing information, assisting in investigations or adhering to certain conditions. This agreement often requires the cooperating party to admit wrongdoing, comply with specific terms and possibly pay fines or restitution. The NPA provides an incentive for individuals to come forward with information about criminal conduct without the risk of prosecution.

To qualify for an NPA, individuals must meet specific...

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