The purpose of the database is stated bluntly: "The Corruption Offenders' Database primarily serves as a deterrent measure in sending a clear message in the fight against corruption. The database serves as a vital awareness tool to assist the public and organisations in assisting in the due diligence process concerning hiring, appointment and promotion of employees. "

Almost 350 persons are listed - with photographs - on the publicly accessible database.

See https://www.sprm.gov.my/index.php?id=21&page_id=96

For example, Mohd Zul Azmi bin Ishak was convicted on 2021-03-24 and sentenced to jail for 14 days and and a fine of MYR 45,000.00, with 3 months jail in default. He, and his wife, Mazlyda bint Abd Rahman, conspired to arrange for the appointment of Syarikat Orkid Jingga, a business owned by Mohamad Zunaidi bin Ishak, Zul's wife's brother, for the supply of various items including medals for a competition. The amount of the supply was MYR9,000.