constitutional · In Force

Prevention of Corruption Act 1988

2018: bribe-giving criminalised (previously only taking was offence). Prior sanction required for prosecution of public servants. Commercial organisation liability. 2-year trial timeline.

Amended: 2018
Ministry: Ministry of Personnel

Key provisions and changes

Bribe-giving criminalised
Prior sanction for prosecution
2-year trial timeline
Commercial organisation liability
Whistle-blower protection link