| Abstract [eng] |
This Master‘s thesis analyzes the peculiarities of investigating criminal offenses related to the illicit possession of narcotic or psychotropic substances. By utilizing relevant normative legal acts, scholarly conclusions, and case law, the work examines the criminal legal and forensic characteristics of these offences, which enable the identification of their most distinctive features and assist in distinguishing between different types of criminal acts. The second part of thesis examines the practical circumstances of initiating a pre-trial investigation, identifies typical investigative situations for these crimes, and, based on these situations, outlines primary lines of inquiry and formulates potential investigative versions. Furthermore, it discusses practical investigative challenges and errors that may be negatively impact the course and outcomes of the investigation. The third part of the thesis analyzes the characteristics of the most frequent pre-trial investigation actions and measures of procedural coercion applied in these cases. Their significance is assesses in the context of ensuring the efficient and prompt detection of criminal offenses. The research results indicate that as individuals illicitly possessing narcotic or psychotropic substances develop more sophisticated methods of conspiracy – particularly when distributing substances online – the investigation of these crimes becomes increasingly complex, necessitating more advanced investigative methods. In conclusion, it can be stated that the effectiveness of investigating these criminal offenses directly depends on proper planning of the investigation, the timely execution of procedural actions, and the ability to adapt to constantly evolving trends in criminal activity. |
