In U.S. v. King, where King was accused of bribing officials of a foreign government, the court held that King was not personally liable as he acted on behalf of a company. The company could be liable for breaking the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act.

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In U.S. v. King, the court can hold individuals personally liable for bribing foreign officials, even if they acted on behalf of a company. The Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) applies to individuals, companies, and their officers, directors, employees, agents, or stockholders acting on the company's behalf.

In US V King, Where King Was Accused of Bribing Officials of Officials