Open AccessInternet governance, borders and jurisdiction in the context of crime investigation
Author(s) -
Д. В. Завьялова
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
vestnik universiteta imeni o.e. kutafina (mgûa)/vestnik universiteta imeni o. e. kutafina
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 2782-6163
pISSN - 2311-5998
DOI - 10.17803/2311-5998.2021.78.2.155-161
Subject(s) - cybercrime , jurisdiction , the internet , context (archaeology) , internet governance , corporate governance , accountability , hierarchy , public relations , political science , business , internet privacy , computer security , law , computer science , world wide web , paleontology , finance , biology
The article focuses on the technical features of Internet operation, causing legal and forensic consequences when investigating cybercrimes. Decentralized nature and the specificity of Internet governance resulting from its technical architecture lead to difficulties in identifying the jurisdiction during cybercrime investigations. In the article, the author also analyses IT crimes’ particular features, which make them difficult to investigate, as well as some contemporary ideas on the possibility of delineating borders on the Net, the consequences of such measures, and the ways to identify jurisdiction when looking into cybercrimes. Apart from that, the article examines the Internet governance system, managing organizations as well as their hierarchy, and accountability. The technical mechanism of Internet operation is analyzed. Some factors threatening the operation are reviewed. Following the research results, the author proposes some methods to enhance international cooperation regarding cybercrime investigations and resolving jurisdictional issues. The need to increase informational and technical knowledge at all levels and to support interdepartmental cooperation is noted.