Qualification of crimes against State power: analysis and evaluation of investigative and judicial practice

Abstract

In the article, the author presents an analysis of investigative and judicial practice on the classification of crimes against state power. The main attention is paid to such issues as: general and special elements of “official crimes”, establishing criminal consequences, as well as the motive for committing these acts. A critical understanding of law enforcement practice allowed the author to demonstrate typical qualification errors and develop proposals for its improvement. Key words: crimes against state power, significant violation of rights, other personal interest, competition of criminal law norms.