Such efforts in addition to legal reforms are required. Critical theorists have pointed out the difficulties of getting transnational corporations to act responsibly. While their activities may be covered by criminal law in their home country, these may be as yet uncovered by law in the guest nations in which they set up operations. In many cases the corporations fight the legal changes required, claiming they create additional business expenses. Similarly, international organized criminals use countries without adequate legislation as safe havens to avoid arrest and prosecution.
Money laundering is also a major issue.
The actual enforcement of laws aimed at international or transnational crime is not without controversy. One of the most frequently discussed issues is racial profiling . Once a certain type of criminal activity is identified with a particular group, law enforcement runs the risk of stereotyping group members as suspected criminals. The case of Wen Ho Lee attracted international interest. His name was leaked unlawfully to the media, which resulted in incalculable damage to his reputation, career and family.