Author(s): Oleksandr Horbachov, Ihor Nazarenko, Oleh Nazarenko, Stashchak Mykola, Vladyslav Shendryk
Description: The aim of the article is to study theoretical and applied problems of the fight against organized ethnic crime. The Subject of Study. The subject of research is theoretical and applied problems of the fight against organized ethnic crime. Methodology. Taking into account the specifics of the topic, purpose and objectives of the study, the following methods are used: dialectical method; the method of analysis and synthesis; system and structural method; formal method; dogmatic method; sociological method. Results of the Study. The current state of ethnic crime in Ukraine is analyzed. The structure of modern and outdated organized criminal groups is investigated. The peculiarities of combating the manifestations of ethnic crime in the territory of Ukraine are examined. Practical Implications. The most common problems, both in the context of procedural consolidation and in proving guilt in proceedings involving ethnic groups are identified. Value/Originality. The value of this scientific research is that law enforcement agencies that deal with organized groups and criminal organizations that are formed on an ethnic basis, have an opportunity to get a comprehensive picture of this negative phenomenon.