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Crime Trends in Bosnia and Herzegovina: A Summary of Statistics and Observations

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There is no definitive conclusion to this analysis as it appears to be a report on criminal offenses in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The text provides an overview of various statistics, trends, and observations regarding different types of crimes.

Key Findings

  • Decline in Overall Number of Registered Criminal Offenses
    • Between 2012 and 2016, there was a decrease in the overall number of registered criminal offenses in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
  • Shift from Violent to Sophisticated Crimes
    • The number of violent criminal offenses committed by organized groups is decreasing, while “white-collar” crimes are on the rise.
  • Corruption: A Persistent Problem
    • Corruption is a significant issue in Bosnia and Herzegovina, characterized by high-degree conspirativeness, organizational structure, and internationalization.

Threats from Corrupt Crimes

  • High-Risk Corrupt Offenses:
    • Abuse of official position or authority
    • Bribery
    • Money laundering
  • Increasing Reports and Investigations
    • The number of reports and open investigations for corruption-related crimes is increasing between 2013 and 2016.

Methods Used by Organized Groups

  • Using Corruption to Avoid Prosecution:
    • Protection from criminal prosecution
    • Keeping illegally acquired profit in legal flows.