corruption

The article analyzes the issues of combating corruption during martial law, emphasizing the importance of avoiding discretionary norms in legislation. The author examines the main features of discretionary powers and analyzes the consequences of the use of administrative discretion. The author analyzes the provisions of legal acts regarding the definition of the concept of discretionary powers. The author establishes that discretionary powers have clear limits specified in the legislation.

The article examines the phenomenon of corruption as a negative social issue. It is noted that corruption, as a social phenomenon, has existed for a very long time, affecting every country, and has always been considered an evil that must be eradicated and combated. It is emphasized that when defining the essence of corruption, it is important to understand that it cannot be reduced to a single specific offense. Corruption is primarily a social phenomenon, influenced by social factors and governed by certain social patterns. It has a destructive impact on social development.

Corruption under martial law emerges as a complex, multi-level socio-legal phenomenon that not only distorts the institutional foundations of public administration but also undermines the legitimacy of state authority in the eyes of society. This study provides a comprehensive analysis of the theoretical and legal principles for the classification of corruption-related crimes in the context of the current criminal legislation of Ukraine, taking into account the dynamic changes influenced by the legal regime of the state of emergency.

Introduction. Corruption remains a critical socio-economic challenge that affects governance, economic stability, and public trust. This study examines the corruption levels in Ukraine compared to global trends, using key indices and international benchmarks. A comprehensive analysis of corruption indicators provides insights into the effectiveness of anti-corruption policies and strategies. The research aims to contribute to the ongoing discourse on improving transparency and accountability.

Corruption, as one of the most persistent social pathologies, has accompanied humanity since the emergence of the first civilizations. It arose alongside the development of social hierarchies, administrative governance, and resource distribution, becoming an integral part of the relationship between authority and society. In ancient states, corrupt practices were so prevalent that many scholars consider them a systemic factor influencing the evolution of political and legal institutions.

The article is devoted to the study of the effectiveness of the Prozorro electronic public procurement system in the process of fighting corruption in our country. The value of transparency and openness in the process of purchasing transactions with state funds is substantiated. The importance and relevance of the development and operation of this platform for the economy of Ukraine and for the prevention and reduction of the number of corruption offenses are outlined. The article analyzes the specifics of the development history and the legal basis of the Prozorro electronic system.

The article focuses on the issue of white-collar crime, examining its pervasive and harmful impact on society, especially during periods of social and political instability. White-collar crime typically involves offenses committed by individuals in high-status positions–such as business executives, government officials, and politicians–who exploit their social standing and access to resources for personal or financial gain.

The article analyzes the legal regulation on the prevention of corruption in the activities of the State Border Service of Ukraine (SBSU) during martial law. Corruption poses a significant risk to national security, the efficiency of public resource management, economic development, and the stability of government. The legal definition of corruption refers to the use of official powers to obtain an unlawful benefit. In the context of martial law, the DPSU faced increased threats of corruption, in particular when controlling the state border.

The paper examines the issue of transparency as a tool for preventing corruption in public administration. The analysis is conducted by analysing the causes of the phenomenon and its main economic and social effects, in the decision-making processes of the public administration. Furthermore, the work focuses on the analysis of the main international legislative experiences and, in particular, the Italian one, which demonstrate the emergence of ‘transparency rights’ in order to curb administrative mismanagement behaviour (not only offences) and encourage virtuous behaviour.

The article is devoted to the analysis of the effectiveness of anti-corruption strategies in the Ukrainian public sector and the determination of ways of their further improvement. The main problems that hinder the successful fight against corruption in the state structures of Ukraine are investigated, and the existing strategies and their results are analysed. Based on the collected information, specific recommendations are offered to improve the effectiveness of anti-corruption measures in the public sector.