Tactics of seizing electronic assets obtained by criminal means in criminal proceedings

Abstract

It has been established that the tactics of seizure of electronic assets obtained by criminal means in criminal proceedings is a set of scientific provisions and practical recommendations for organizing and planning activities to detect and seize electronic assets obtained by criminal means to ensure the effectiveness of criminal proceedings by determining the algorithm persons conducting pre-trial investigation. It has been found that the tactics of seizing electronic assets obtained by criminal means in criminal proceedings include recommendations for detecting electronic assets, establishing their connection with illegal activities in such a way as to obtain permission to seize them, and proving the facts relevant crimes. The structural elements of the tactics of seizing electronic assets obtained by criminal means in criminal proceedings have been highlighted. It has been emphasized that the tactical and organizational support for the seizure of electronic assets obtained by criminal means in criminal proceedings is the detailed planning of the investigation; careful preparation for individual events; establishing cooperation of pre-trial investigation bodies with state bodies, local self-government bodies, individuals and legal entities, international and intergovernmental organizations; use of information retrieval systems in the detection and tracing of assets. It has been emphasized that the effectiveness of seizure of electronic assets obtained by criminal means depends on the proper organization of criminal investigation from the earliest moment of its detection, careful planning and establishing constant and effective cooperation with other law enforcement agencies, regulatory and other bodies. The peculiarities of the interaction of pre-trial investigation bodies and prosecutor’s offices with the National Agency of Ukraine for Detection, Search and Management of Assets Obtained from Corruption and Other Crimes have been highlighted.