Specialiųjų tyrimų tarnyba
STT
Summary
The Special Investigation Service (STT) is an independent anti-corruption law-enforcement body accountable to the President and Seimas, established by the Law on the Special Investigation Service (2 May 2000). It independently detects and investigates corruption offences — including bribery, abuse of office, and trading in influence — committed by any public official including police officers. STT operates under the Law on Operational Activities and the Criminal Procedure Code, giving it full criminal investigative powers (covert surveillance, search, arrest) and access to all relevant evidence. It cannot directly impose discipline but refers findings to prosecutors and disciplinary authorities. The Director is appointed by the President with Seimas consent for a 5-year term; removal requires cause. Annual reports are submitted to Parliament and published publicly.
Independence Scorecard
| Appointment | Mixed (multi-branch) |
|---|---|
| Term length | 5 years |
| Removal standard | For cause only |
| Budget independence | Legislative line item |
| Subpoena power | Yes |
| Compel testimony | Yes |
| Records access | Full access |
| Public reports required | Yes |
| Pre-publication review | None — reports published directly |
Statute
- Name
- Lietuvos Respublikos specialiųjų tyrimų tarnybos įstatymas (Law on the Special Investigation Service)
- Citation
- Law of 2 May 2000 (adopted by Seimas as No. VIII-1649), as amended; accountable to President and Seimas
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
Detection and investigation of corruption offences committed by any public official, including police officers, prosecutors, judges, and civil servants; corruption prevention measures nationwide.