Foreign Corrupt Practices Act of 1977
Introduction
“The Foreign Corrupt Practices Act of 1977 (FCPA) (15 U.S.C. § 78dd-1, et seq.) is a United States federal law that prohibits U.S. citizens and entities from bribing foreign government officials to benefit their business interests.”
“The FCPA is applicable worldwide and extends specifically to publicly traded companies and their personnel, including officers, directors, employees, shareholders, and agents. Following amendments made in 1998, the Act also applies to foreign firms and persons who, either directly or through intermediaries, help facilitate or carry out corrupt payments in U.S. territory.” (Wikipedia)
Links
FOREIGN CORRUPT PRACTICES ACT (U.S. Department of Justice)
Spotlight on Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (SEC)
U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (U.S. Department of Commerce)