Peculiarities of Grand Theft Auto (On the Example of Omsk and Novosibirsk Regions)

Abstract

The article summarizes empirical data and characterizes regional criminological features of car thefts on the basis of the conducted research. According to the Authors, the specifics of the method of acquisition and subsequent sale of !he car ispredetermined by its brand and value. In this regard, it isproposed lo classify the cars according to their price category: expensive, medium, and low cost. Proceeding from this criterion, actions on preparation for a crime, a place and time of Commission of thefts of cars, ways of their realization are considered. On the basis ofjudicial practice , the method.1· of committing crimes by a group <dpersons byprior agreement and by lone thieves, as well as thefea fures <{selling stolen goods are described. Examples <if legaliza­ tion of sfolen cars are given.