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Spain: The EPPO’s competence in cases of irregular award of public contracts by Member State authorities – key lessons learned

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Background Since 2023, the Spanish judicial authorities have been investigating the existence of an alleged corruption scheme involving various public authorities and civil servants, in connection with the irregular award of public contracts in exchange for commissions and other unlawful benefits. Initially, the facts under investigation were limited to the fraudulent award of contracts for the supply of medical equipment. Over time, however, the scope of the investigation broadened to include the allegedly unlawful award…

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United States: Tightening the reins – Supreme Court narrows scope of federal bribery statute in Snyder decision

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In brief On June 26, 2024, in Snyder v. United States, the Supreme Court, in a 6-3 decision authored by Justice Kavanaugh, significantly limited the federal statute criminalizing gratuities in state and local jurisdictions. Snyder, a mayor, awarded a USD 1.3 million contract and received a USD 13,000 payment from the benefiting company. The Supreme Court ruled that the relevant statute, Title 18 section 666, applies only to bribes paid or promised before an official act,…

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Germany: Illegal lobbying – New criminal offense to combat corruption

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In brief In Germany, a new criminal offense of improper lobbying came into force on 18 June 2024[1]. Its impact on the lobbying activities of companies may not be underestimated. Amongst others, the practice of paid lobbying at ministries or other public bodies by mandate holders is now subject to criminal prosecution. It will hence be vital for companies to critically review lecture and consultancy fees for mandate holders as well as remuneration for supervisory…