The Importance and Tasks of Criminalistic Prevention in Crime Prevention

Abstract

This article explores the criminalistic aspects of crime prevention as an essential component of investigative practice. Criminalistics not only studies crime mechanisms and evidence evaluation but also develops preventive measures within criminal procedure. Preventive activity involves both investigative and expert-preventive actions aimed at eliminating causes and conditions that facilitate crimes. The research emphasizes that prevention must accompany investigation, identifying criminogenic factors and proposing solutions to avoid repetition. Key tasks include improving forensic methods and technical means, analyzing preventive investigative situations, and applying scientific recommendations to practice. The article also highlights the role of education, social environment, youth support, and socio-economic stability in preventing offenses. Moreover, collaboration among law enforcement, society, and information technologies increases the effectiveness of preventive measures. Thus, criminalistics ensures not only the detection of crimes but also their reduction through integrated preventive strategies.