1. What is the legal framework governing bribery in
Finland?
The Criminal Code of Finland 39/1889, as amended, (the CCF)
provides the legal framework governing bribery.
2. What constitutes a bribe?
The CCF has multiple definitions of bribery, depending on the
roles of the giver and the recipient and the activity to which the
bribe relates. It contains separate sections for electoral bribes,
bribes to public authorities, bribes to a Member of Parliament, and
bribes in business activities.
The common denominator is a financial or other advantage given
or received etc., with the intention of inducing or rewarding the
improper performance of a relevant function or activity.
3. What are the principal offences under this legal
framework?
