TO THE QUESTION OF THE RELATION OF MAN TO ANIMALS IN MODERN RUSSIA: THE CRIMINAL, LEGAL AND MORAL ASPECT

Abstract

This article examines the existing problems that arise in the case of applying the provisions of the current version of article 245 of the criminal code of the Russian Federation. Based on the analysis of the theory and judicial practice of this sphere of public relations, the authors reveal the conditions for criminal responsibility for the criminal offense provided for in this article. In addition, the article contains comparative characteristics of Russian and foreign legislation in terms of liability for cruelty to animals. The following methods were used in the article: logical method of cognition, comparative legal method of research, as well as formal legal method, which allowed to reveal the essence and signs of cruelty to animals, the method of interpretation of legal norms. The use of these methods allowed us to understand the institutions of criminal law and determine the main directions of development. The authors suggest possible ways to solve problems that arise in the process of proving the fact of criminal infringement under article 245 of the criminal code of the Russian Federation, and reveal ways to eliminate gaps in legislation.