Corruption manifests in various ways, primarily categorized by the scale and the nature of the exchange:

Inefficient laws or a lack of accountability allow individuals to act without fear of consequence.

Essay Title: The Erosion of Integrity: Understanding the Impact of Corruption I. Introduction

High inflation or meager salaries for government servants can sometimes drive individuals toward "demand-side" corruption. IV. The Socio-Economic Impact

"Petty" corruption involves small favors for everyday services (speed money), while "Grand" corruption involves high-level officials and vast sums of public funds (access money).