### Question
What is the definition of proceeds?


### Answer
The definition of **proceeds** is as follows in *18 U.S.C. § 1956*:

> any property derived from or obtained or retained, directly or indirectly, through some form of unlawful activity, including the gross receipts of such activity

#### Citation:
  - *18 U.S.C. § 1956*
  - Heading: **PART I-CRIMES > CHAPTER 95-RACKETEERING**

