Law enforcement system as a social phenomenon: structure and prospects of development
Keywords:
social justice, law enforcement system, principles, law enforcement agencies, court, law enforcement relations, law, law enforcement function, social phenomenon
Abstract
The study aims to assess scientific approaches to interpreting the law enforcement system as a social phenomenon, outline its structure, and identify future development prospects. The research methods include analysis and synthesis, induction and deduction, generalization, systematic analysis, and explanation, providing a basis for a thorough examination of the issues discussed. The hypothesis suggests that the law enforcement system of Ukraine is a structured social phenomenon, with each component playing a functional role in protecting individual rights, freedoms, and public goods. The conclusion notes that the law enforcement structure, though complex, is understandable within a social context. Its primary social purpose is realized through protection procedures, enabling a logical transition from protective legal relations to direct enforcement actions. These functions, carried out by a defined group of individuals, are legally significant, serving as the final link in the chain of «establishment, provision, implementation, and protection.» Furthermore, they are socially necessary, ensuring the maintenance of law and order. The study highlights that building a true legal state requires long-term optimization and structural improvements.
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Published
2025-08-21
How to Cite
Kharchenko, V., Dmytriiev, S., Koshova, O., Tomchuk, A., & Kaluhin, Y. (2025). Law enforcement system as a social phenomenon: structure and prospects of development. Interacción Y Perspectiva, 15(3), 832-842. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.16915539
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