Receipt of a Bribe by a Public Official is a criminal offense in which a public official or politician accepts money or other forms of inducement in exchange for a favor or influence. This can include gifts, favors, services, or other forms of remuneration. There are two types of Receipt of a Bribe by a Public Official: active and passive bribery. Active bribery occurs when a public official or politician directly asks for a bribe or accepts a bribe in exchange for a favor or influence. Passive bribery occurs when a public official or politician accepts a bribe in exchange for a favor or influence without directly asking for it. Both forms of Receipt of a Bribe by a Public Official are illegal and can lead to serious punishment, including fines, imprisonment, and in some cases even the removal from office. It is important for public officials and politicians to understand that bribery is a criminal offense and should never be accepted under any circumstances.