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Alternative Approaches to Combating Transnational Crime

NCJ Number
188242
Author(s)
Stephen Schneider Ph.D.; Margaret Beare Ph.D.; Jeremy Hill LL.B.
Date Published
2000
Length
148 pages
Annotation
This report examines alternative approaches to combating transnational crime.
Abstract
Research findings of this report concern assisting law enforcement through non-traditional agencies and approaches and enhancing traditional law enforcement approaches through multi-jurisdictional and multi-sectoral cooperation. Principals of innovative and effective transnational and organized crime enforcement include: (1) inter-agency cooperation and coordination; (2) a strategic approach, including a strong intelligence function; (3) use of different targeting focuses; (4) complementing criminal enforcement with regulatory, civil, and administrative sanctions; (5) combining prevention, deterrence , and enforcement; (6) providing full resourcing; and (7) pursuing cost-effective approaches. The report recommends, among other actions, continued emphasis on a national organized crime strategy; increased emphasis on a coordinated, integrated approach; an increased role for regulatory bodies; increased emphasis on proactive, preventive approaches; increased emphasis on corruption issues; an overseas presence; and varied targeting. Tables, notes