OLAF a GRECO – možnosti a limity boje s korupcí v Evropě

This diploma thesis addresses the current European attitude toward fight against corruption. The thesis proceeds from the perspective of two organizations, OLAF and GRECO. The aim was to compare the possibilities and limitations of individual activities of these organizations towards the selected countries, Bulgaria, Malta and Czech Republic. First, the individual parameters of OLAF and GRECO were compared. Furthermore, their individual activity was compared with reality of the selected countries. As the result of both organizations is recommendation, it was important to watch their monitoring and sanction mechanism. However, the sanction mechanism and coercion prove to be very weak. The strength of OLAF’s work is the conduct of investigations, which allowed them not only detect cases but also investigate them. The main limit of OLAF investigation remains in the absence of legal authority that moves from OLAF to member state. GRECO shows more sophisticated monitoring and cooperation on compliance of recommendation. Still the main decision for stronger fight against corruption remains on Member State. In conclusion, the thesis states that both organizations rely strong on the final action of the Member State. However, organization can still support the Member States in their fight against corruption.