Abstract
The paper examines recent developments in fear of crime in the Czech Republic. The dynamics of fear and concerns are on the rise, although the standard measure of fear has reached an average, stabilized level when compared to the rest of Europe.
However, there is another emerging subject of concern, maybe even a new scapegoat for the public's worries - corruption. This text demonstrates an evident increase in concerns about corruption as well as instances of bribery in everyday practice.
Concerns about corruption go beyond the sphere of public opinion (i.e. attitudes) as Czech citizens exhibit high involvement in bribery in everyday life. The increase in concerns about corruption also presents a serious risk with respect to people's trust in the social system and its key institutions.