Giuseppe Antoci· The Left

Confirmed

In 2024, Italy abolished the crime of abuse of office in the country's legal system.

Omissions

• The abolition was part of a broader justice reform promoted by Justice Minister Carlo Nordio and the Meloni government, which faced strong criticism from opposition parties, magistrates, and anti-mafia associations who argued it would create impunity for corrupt officials.

Sources

• AcademicCambridge University Press - Abuse of Abuse of Office: An Italian TaleItaly repealed the offense of 'abuso d'ufficio' (abuse of office) in 2024, after it had been part of its criminal law for almost a century
• SecondaryCourthouse News - Italy scraps abuse of office crime as opposition calls foulItaly's magistrates and opposition parties denounced the repeal of the crime of abuse of office, calling it a gift to the mafia and corrupt officials
• SecondaryThe Conversation - Giorgia Meloni's government is watering down Italy's anti-mafia lawsThe Italian government has abolished the crime 'abuso d'ufficio' (abuse of office)