What is Criminal Misconduct under Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988?

Criminal Misconduct under the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 (Section 13) refers to serious wrongdoing by a public servant involving corruption.

In simple terms, it happens when a public servant misuses their official position to gain an unfair benefit for themselves or for someone else.

It also includes situations where a person has assets or wealth that are more than what they can legally explain from their known sources of income.

After the 2018 amendment, the law mainly focuses on intentional abuse of power and illegal gain, and such acts are punishable with imprisonment and fine under Section 13(2).