The article deals with the criminological characteristics of crime in the Ulyanovsk region in 2011–2021. The authors conducted a comprehensive analysis of the state and trends in the development of crime in general and its individual types: violent crimes, corruption, juvenile delinquency, drug trafficking. The article provides an assessment of law enforcement activities in certain areas of crime prevention. The authors also considered criminological signs of the a criminal’s personality. Separate proposals have been formulated to improve crime prevention activities, including within the framework of the implementation of a practice-oriented approach in the education system. It is concluded that it is necessary to strengthen interdepartmental cooperation and involve young people in preventive work.
crime, criminal identity, criminogenic situation, prevention, prevention of criminal behavior, regional aspect
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