CRIMINAL-LAW ASPECTS OF THE CRIME OF ABUSE OF OFFICIAL POWERS BY OFFICIALS IN A NON-GOVERNMENTAL COMMERCIAL ORGANIZATION OR ANOTHER NON-GOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATION

Abstract

The abuse of official powers by officials in non-governmental commercial and other non-governmental organizations constitutes a serious threat to economic order, corporate integrity, and the protection of lawful interests of individuals and organizations. While traditionally associated with public-sector corruption, abuse of authority in the private sector has gained increasing attention in criminal law due to its comparable social danger and economic harm. This article examines the criminal-law aspects of this offense, including its legal nature, protected interests, objective and subjective elements, and issues of criminal liability. Using doctrinal and comparative legal analysis, the study identifies existing challenges in criminalization and enforcement and emphasizes the necessity of clear legal regulation to ensure effective protection of service interests in the non-governmental sector.