Papel del compliance en la prevención del delito y la responsabilidad penal de las empresas en Ecuador.

Abstract

This study investigates the role of compliance in the prevention of criminal activities and the legal liability of corporations in Ecuador, within the context of the Ecuadorian business environment. Regulatory compliance assumes particular significance in curbing illicit conduct within organizations, especially in the backdrop of a rapidly evolving economic landscape. Regulatory compliance not only mitigates adverse legal consequences but also ensures adherence to ethical standards while safeguarding against reputational risks. In the modern business milieu, the legal liability of legal entities challenges traditional perspectives, owing to the acknowledged potential for corporate entities to be held criminally accountable. This conceptual expansion accentuates the imperative for effective compliance programs as foundational mechanisms to mitigate corporate criminal liability.