Some Aspects of Countering Drug Crime in Russia from the Standpoint of Criminology

The article discusses current problems related to threats to public safety, in particular drug crime in Russia. The analysis of the dynamics of drug crimes over the past five years is carried out, their main trends are investigated, including an increase in the number of crimes related to synthetic drugs and an increase in cases of drug trafficking via the Internet. Special attention is paid to criminal law measures and preventive programs aimed at combating illicit drug trafficking. The work of leading Russian is analyzed criminologists such as N.A. Lopashenko and Y.M. Antonyan, who emphasize the need for a combination of repressive and rehabilitative measures to successfully counter drug crime. The issues of the growth of drug crimes among minors were also considered, which indicates the need to strengthen preventive work among young people. As a result of the study, measures are proposed to improve law enforcement practice and strengthen the social support system for drug addicts.