Advanced Training Course on Combating Bribery: Operational and Forensic Cooperation Completed

A short-term advanced training course titled “Cooperation between Operational-Search and Forensic Activities in Combating Bribery Crimes” has been completed at the Law Enforcement Academy. The course was organized for operational officers and forensic specialists from district and city divisions of the Department for Combating Economic Crimes.

Within the training program, participants thoroughly studied the theoretical and practical foundations of detecting bribery offenses, the proper procedural documentation of operational-search activities, and the effective use of their results as evidence in criminal proceedings.

Special attention was also given to the capabilities of digital forensics and modern information technologies, including working with electronic data and crypto-assets, conducting computer forensic and phonoscopic examinations, ensuring economic security through open-source intelligence analysis, and identifying mechanisms for laundering criminal proceeds.

The course additionally covered the importance of forensic specialists’ participation in bribery investigations, technical examination of documents, and the legal aspects of applying procedural coercive measures in a comprehensive manner.

Training sessions were conducted by experienced practitioners and experts using interactive methods, case studies, and practical exercises. Upon completion of the course, participants’ knowledge and skills were assessed, and certificates were awarded accordingly.

This course contributes to enhancing the professional capacity of sector specialists, strengthening cooperation between operational-search and forensic activities, and improving the effectiveness of detecting bribery-related crimes.