Crimes Against the Order of Governance: Legal Characteristics and Classification Issues

Journal title RIVISTA DI STUDI SULLA SOSTENIBILITA'
Author/s Nurbol Batyrbay, Anzhelika Tsoy , Nurlan Tleshaliyev, Gulzipa Duisenbayeva, Nurlan Apakhayev
Publishing Year 2026 Issue 2025/2 Thematic Issue
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DOI 10.3280/riss2025oa21073
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<p>In contemporary legal studies, crimes against the order of governance have gained particular relevance, as they directly impact the functioning of state authorities and societal stability. The aim of this research is to develop the legal characteristics of crimes against the order of governance and to identify the key issues in classifying such offences. The methodological foundation is based on an analysis of current legislation, academic works, and law enforcement practices in Kazakhstan and other countries. The article examines crimes against the order of governance, their legal characteristics, and classification challenges within the framework of Ukrainian legislation. Particular attention is given to the evolution of anti-corruption legislation in Kazakhstan. The study includes a comparative analysis of Kazakhstani legal norms with international law standards and the legislation of other countries. The research findings highlight the need to improve the legislative framework and implement international standards into national legislation to enhance the effectiveness of anti-corruption measures and ensure proper governance and sustainability in public administration. The practical value of this study lies in its potential application by law enforcement agencies and legislators to refine the legal regulation of crimes against the order of governance, as well as by legal scholars and students in academic settings.</p>

Keywords: corruption crimes;law enforcement;criminal code;legal reform;legislative support

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Nurbol Batyrbay, Anzhelika Tsoy , Nurlan Tleshaliyev, Gulzipa Duisenbayeva, Nurlan Apakhayev, Crimes Against the Order of Governance: Legal Characteristics and Classification Issues in "RIVISTA DI STUDI SULLA SOSTENIBILITA'" 2 Thematic Issue/2025, pp , DOI: 10.3280/riss2025oa21073