There is an inherent difficulty associated with catching and neutralizing corruption. Technically, official favors in exchange for payment or private favor constitutes corrupt behavior. There are, however, instances where official fees tendered, serve legitimate purposes. Accordingly, less corrupt nations commonly implement taxes and licensing fees within its revenue structure. In corrupt societies, however, determining between official and non-official payments becomes the primary difficulty. Nearly every status is positively or negatively affected in regions where corruption is prevalent. Accordingly, perpetrators often establish methodical countermeasures to avoid detection and ultimately protect the investment. Consequently, political
