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At the Faculty of Mechanics and Mathematics, Senior Lecturer B.K. Abenov of the Department of Computational Sciences and Statistics held a seminar with students on this topic.

According to data from the country’s law enforcement agencies, the use of digital technologies in combating crime has delivered effective results in the areas of pre-trial investigation and criminal prosecution. As a result, the number of especially serious crimes decreased by 57%, including intentional grievous bodily harm by 21%, and crimes committed in public places by 16%.

In addition, a Memorandum of Cooperation was signed among the prosecutor’s office, the police, the courts, forensic services, and crisis centers. A new mechanism was developed to support victims of violence and prevent such incidents, and a unified rapid-response system based on the “one-stop-shop” principle was established. Within the “Law and Order” framework, special emphasis is currently being placed on maintaining public safety and peace. By using digital technologies, forensic conclusions related to crimes are issued within 3 hours; criminal cases are forwarded to the courts, and guilty verdicts are delivered within 24 hours. As a result, investigations are conducted with high quality and the rights of all parties are not violated.

Work has been initiated to monitor the efficient use of budget funds, and law enforcement agencies also pay special attention to child protection. In this context, the prosecutor’s office, together with local executive bodies (akimats), developed a special algorithm. The supervisory authority adopted specific measures to protect labor rights, and the constitutional rights of pensioners were safeguarded. In addition, at the initiative of the authorized body, crime-prevention efforts were carried out and child-rearing events were organized; via ZOOM, a “Prosecutor’s Hour” and a meeting were held to increase the role and responsibility of parents. Moreover, a national forum titled “Choose! Change! Be Creative!” was organized to explain the importance of career choice.

To stop the operations of financial pyramids, the prosecutor’s office, together with the Department of Economic Investigations, introduced methods for analyzing social networks and messaging platforms. As a result, detection of crimes in this category tripled. The law enforcement authority signed a memorandum with Asia Service LLP and began jointly identifying bank accounts used by drug-selling networks. Under these agreements, educational outreach activities are conducted regularly to prevent offenses and to promote a healthy lifestyle and spiritual values.

During an analysis of legislation governing administrative proceedings for administrative offenses, shortcomings were identified. This initiative, implemented under the “Law and Order” principle, and its results will be widely communicated to the public through social media.

Criminal cases were registered and sent to court against debtors who evade alimony payments. In the sphere of international cooperation, to prevent violations of refugees’ rights and the country’s international obligations, the “Qandas” and “SIOPSO” information systems were integrated.

The law enforcement authority also achieved progress in overseeing the enforcement of court judgments. To reduce corruption risks in the probation service, a biometric terminal that automatically registers convicted persons by fingerprints and the pilot project “Baiqa System” were launched.

Overall, the “Law and Order” principle is an initiative the country needs. It helps establish order in society and creates a favorable environment for citizens to live comfortably. Where there is no order, chaos prevails. It must be remembered that Kazakhstan is a secular and democratic state and, at the same time, a rule-of-law state. Therefore, it is clear that every sector of society must comply with laws and rules. Without this, we cannot join the ranks of countries keeping pace with civilization. As the renowned Kazakh hero Bauyrzhan Momyshuly said: “One who obeys discipline will not be a slave; there is no country without discipline.”

From the facts presented, seminar participants saw how law enforcement agencies are leveraging the capabilities of modern technologies such as IT and artificial intelligence for their work. It is clear that efforts in this direction will continue in the future.

B.K. Abenov,
Senior Lecturer, Department of Computational Sciences and Statistics