Corruption in Bolivia

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Corruption in Bolivia is a major problem that has been called an accepted part of life in the country.^[1] It can be found at all levels of Bolivian society. Citizens of the country perceive the judiciary, police and public administration generally as the country's most corrupt.^[1] Corruption is also widespread among officials who are supposed to control the illegal drug trade and among those working in and with extractive industries.^[2]

Many Bolivians are uneducated and thus unaware of their rights as citizens or of laws against corruption.^[3]