Received a call from the police asking about virtual currencies? Don't panic, here are three tips to help you handle it easily!

Receiving a call from the "Public Security Bureau" asking about virtual currency transactions can make your heart skip a beat, even if you're experienced.
Don't panic! Getting flustered can lead to saying the wrong thing. Remember these three points—they can be a big help in critical moments.
Tip 1: Stick to the Bottom Line — Personal Transactions Are Not Illegal
When the police ask if the transaction is legal, you can respond:
"Buying and selling virtual currencies between individuals is not illegal in itself, but the source of funds must be legal."
Core idea: Clearly tell the other party that you are just an ordinary investor, not involved in money laundering or illegal activities.
Tip 2: Stay Calm — Cooperate with the Investigation but Don't Take Unnecessary Responsibility
If the police say there's an issue with the money you received and ask you to return it, don't act impulsively. Stay calm and cooperate proactively:
"I will fully cooperate with the investigation to clarify the situation."
Then, provide your transaction records, transfer screenshots, and other evidence. The more you cooperate, the faster the issue will be resolved, and the less likely it is to involve your other accounts. Toughing it out will only make small problems bigger.
Tip 3: Understand the Situation — Cooperation Does Not Equal a Criminal Record
Here's a key distinction:
If you are a co-defendant: all your accounts could be frozen. If you are just conducting normal transactions and accidentally received "dirty money": usually only the account that received the money will be frozen.
Remember: actively cooperating with the investigation won't leave you with a criminal record. But refusing to cooperate changes the situation, and the measures taken will escalate.