Liberia

The Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC) principal functions are set out in the Act to Establish the Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission (LACC). In summary, they are: To lead the implementation of the Anti-Corruption strategy of Liberia To investigate corrupt conduct in the public sector To prosecute corrupt conduct in the public sector To actively prevent corruption in public sector institutions, and To educate the citizens and public sector about corruption and its effects. The jurisdiction of the LACC extends to all public sector agencies in Liberia and employees, including government departments, local councils, members of parliament, ministers, the judiciary and the governor. The LACC’s jurisdiction also extends to those performing public official functions. The Mission of LACC is to prevent, address and reduce corruption in the public and private sectors and to promote good governance, integrity and the rule of law.