Special measures for the prevention of criminal offenses in the realm of road transport sector

Abstract

Objective:The purpose of the article was to identify and explore the principal specific crime prevention efforts with a view to controlling criminal offenses in the realm of road transport sector.Methodology: The overriding methodological tools were methods of observation and comparative legal analysis.Resultsandconclusions:The study demonstrated that in order to effectively prevent criminal offenses pertaining to road transport sector, as well as to reduce crime and enhance security, it is expedient to pay attention to the implementation of special crime prevention strategies. Priority areas to be addressed should be efforts to monitor compliance with traffic safety rules, road condition, and technical condition of vehicles. Relevant work should also be carried out to improve the level of "passive safety", as well as to conduct preventive activities for pedestrians, and educational work with professional drivers. Particular attention should be paid to the prevention efforts carried out by investigating agencies, courts and penitentiary bodies.