Methodology for Investigating Corruption Crimes: Theoretical and Practical Problems

Abstract

One of the most important current responsibilities is continuing to combat corruption, which erodes public trust in public institutions and the effectiveness of the governmental machinery. The goal of this study is to determine the potential of this institution, its practical importance, and the actual opportunities and practices of law enforcement with regard to investigative preventive standards. Given that the judicial authorities are still aware of this phenomena, the same issue is seen in criminal cases involving the criminal investigation of corruption crimes. There is a significant body of law on this subject in practice. The present study centres on the criminal investigation of corruption within an interdisciplinary framework, encompassing aspects of forensic investigation, obtaining evidence through forensic science, and their management throughout the criminal procedures. Additionally, studying the subject from the standpoint of the judicial authorities' efforts to ensure functions of identifying and deterring corruption crimes as well as penalising defendants during criminal procedures is the goal of this research.