ITALY TARGETS CORRUPTION WITH NEW LAW
May 22nd, 2015
The Italian government has launched a clampdown on corruption after both houses of the Italian parliament backed a law that targets crimes involving public administration, especially fraud, and takes a tougher line on the mafia. Under its terms, criminals face increased prison terms – up to 26 years for mafia-related crimes – and a maximum 10 years for most corruption-related offences such as bribery and offering or demanding sweeteners for contracts. It also insists that criminals compensate victims, where they can be identified. The new law makes all ...
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