The transformation of crime and criminal law – French and Finnish perspectives
Finland
The Transformation of Crime and Criminal Law – French and Finnish Perspectives
Time: 5 March, 9:00–12:00
Venue: University of Vaasa, K218 NISSI Auditorium (Ankkuri)
Crime and criminal law are undergoing a significant transformation in Europe. Forms of crime, modes of operation, and criminal networks have become increasingly internationalised, while at the same time the operational environment of authorities, prison security, and criminal law instruments are under new kinds of pressure. In particular, organised crime, gang dynamics, and issues related to disengagement from crime challenge traditional criminal law responses.
The seminar examines changes in crime and the role of criminal law in Europe from a comparative perspective, with a particular focus on France and Finland. The programme combines international and national legal analysis, criminological register-based research, practical perspectives from authorities, and experiential knowledge related to crime and EXIT programmes. The seminar offers up-to-date, research- and practice-based insights into the development of criminal law and ways to respond to the challenges posed by changing patterns of crime.
9:00–9:15 The Transformation of Crime in Europe – An International Overview
Presentation of the seminar programme and an overview of changes in international crime, current challenges, and the limits of criminal law.
Jyri Paasonen, Associate Professor of Security Law, University of Vaasa
9:15–10:15 Challenges in Combating Organised Crime in France – Research, Criminal Procedure, and Specialised Practices
Overview of research conducted at the Centre de Recherche sur la Justice Pénale et Pénitentiaire (CRJ2P/IFTJ), Université de Pau et des Pays de l’Adour, focusing on criminal law and the enforcement of sanctions, as well as key research themes and directions.
Elisa Fois, Researcher, Université de Pau et des Pays de l’Adour
Challenges in combating organised crime – from criminal law to the enforcement of sanctions.
Jean-Paul Céré, Professor of Criminal Law, Université de Pau et des Pays de l’Adour
The development of criminal procedure applicable to organised crime.
Ludivine Grégoire, Lecturer, Université de Pau et des Pays de l’Adour
10:15–10:30 Break
10:30–11:05 Careers in Crime and Sanctions – Key Findings from Finnish Register-Linkage Data
A presentation on selected findings from Finnish longitudinal criminal career data, focusing particularly on criminal sanctions, best (Nordic) evidence on the effectiveness of sanctions, and limitations of the current evidence base.
Mikko Aaltonen, Professor of Criminology, University of Eastern Finland
11:05–11:35 Criminal Networks and EXIT Programmes in Finland
The structure and current situation of criminal networks in Finland, as well as models for disengagement from crime and the effectiveness of EXIT programmes.
Sami Peltovuoma, Senior Specialist, The Prison and Probation Service of Finland
11:35–12:00 Experiences of Gang Crime and Disengagement
Life in an OMG club, criminal identity, critical stages of disengagement, and the significance of EXIT programmes from an individual perspective.
Perttu Honkanen, Expert by Experience, Disengagement from Crime and EXIT Programmes
Seminar concludes at 12:00
