Should gains from criminal knowledge be forfeited?

Abstract Nobody should profit from crime; this fundamental moral principle is uncontroversial. At the level of public declaration, few people are likely to disagree with statement; however, controversies arise when implementation under discussion. Numerous provisions exist that aim strip criminals proceeds their crimes, but not all aspects issue immediately apparent. For example, a significant question how treat profits criminal makes activities including recounting stories about activities, publishing books describing actions, or creating YouTube videos presenting details crimes. Such either treated as legitimate targeted by complicated legal methods deprivation. The view presented in paper could facilitate ability these forms profit. This article argues revenue accruing knowledge gained association crime be indirect and, such, forfeited.