Corruption remains one of the most dangerous crimes that threatens society. Despite the apparent lack of victims of criminal activity, its effects affect every citizen. Apparently it may seem that the deeds that make up this category of crimes have already been well researched. The subject and aspects of crimes in this category were explored, as well as the ways in which criminals acted. The results of the studies carried out so far have devalued in the context of the conditions of existence of the information society of the 21st century, which requires the development of a new paradigm of corruption.