Article 422 of the Criminal Code

TÍTULO XIX — Delitos contra la Administración pública

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Text in force since 23 December 2010.

The text below is the official Spanish wording of this provision; the summary and guidance above are in English.

La autoridad o funcionario público que, en provecho propio o de un tercero, admitiera, por sí o por persona interpuesta, dádiva o regalo que le fueren ofrecidos en consideración a su cargo o función, incurrirá en la pena de prisión de seis meses a un año y suspensión de empleo y cargo público de uno a tres años.

Previous versions

History of reforms to this article, from oldest to most recent, as recorded in the BOE’s consolidated legislation.

Ley Orgánica 10/1995, de 23 de noviembre, del Código Penal.

In force from 24/05/1996 to 22/12/2010

Lo dispuesto en los artículos precedentes será también aplicable a los jurados, árbitros, peritos, o cualesquiera personas que participen en el ejercicio de la función pública.

Quick reference

Orientative data computed from the highest prison term mentioned in this article. Aggravated or mitigated subtypes, non-custodial penalties and concurrence rules may alter the outcome in each specific case.

Highest prison term mentioned

1 year

Classification (arts. 13 & 33 CP)

Less serious offense

Limitation period (art. 131 CP)

5 years

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