Bribery of an Agent — Corruptly with Intent to Influence is a criminal offense in which a person offers, promises, or gives something of value to an individual in a position of authority or trust, with the intent to influence the agent's actions or decisions. This type of bribery is defined as corrupt in nature, as the person offering the bribe is intentionally attempting to sway the agent's judgment and decision-making. There are two types of bribery of an agent — corruptly with intent to influence: active and passive. Active bribery is the direct offering of a bribe, while passive bribery is the provision of a reward or gift in exchange for a favor. Both are considered criminal offenses and both carry serious consequences.