La naturaleza pluriofensiva y transnacional del fenómeno de la corrupción. Desafíos para el Derecho Penal

Abstract

The purpose of this paper is to make an approach to the harmful potential of the phenomenon of corruption. In particular, we will delve into the consequences that corruption has in a global context. For a better understanding of this phenomenon, the article will make reference to various international instruments for the purpose of analyzing one of its most important expressions: the corruption of a foreign public official. Finally, in consideration of its special relevance, we will analize the rules contained in the American Foreign Corrupt Practices Act.