The Determination of Criminality: Theoretical and Methodological Foundations, Structure, and Practical Significance

Vadim Suhov

Vadim Suhov Comrat State University

Résumé

The article examines the concept of the determination of criminality as a complex, multilayered, and dynamic process that encompasses the causes, conditions, and mechanisms contributing to the formation of criminality as a social phenomenon. It explores the theoretical foundations, historical-methodological perspectives, structure, and functions of determination, as well as their role in contemporary criminology. Special attention is given to the practical relevance of determinative analysis for the prevention, forecasting, and control of criminality in the context of globalization, digitalization, and social transformation. The article argues for the necessity of an interdisciplinary approach and the adaptation of strategies to regional and cultural specificities.

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