Countering the Practice of Revolving Doors as a Corrupt Act in Russia and Foreign Countries

Abstract

This article examines the specifics of countering the practice of revolving doors as a corrupt act in Russia and foreign countries. The author reveals the essence of the practice of revolving doors, shows its ambiguous understanding in different states. Particular attention in the study of this practice is paid to domestic and foreign experience of its legal regulation. Article 19.29 of the Code of Administrative Offences of the Russian Federation devoted to unlawful engaging a state or municipal employee or former state or municipal employee in employment or performing work or services is considered in detail. Peculiarities of law enforcement practice related to the mentioned article of CAO RF are analyzed as well as legal positions of the Supreme Court of the Russian Federation and Constitutional Court of the Russian Federation dedicated to this article. The basis for counteracting the practice of revolving doors in such foreign countries as Germany, the United States of America and France is described.