SPECIFIC FEATURES OF PREVENTING GROUP OFFENSES COMMITTED BY JUVENILES IN FINLAND
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Finland, juvenile delinquency, group offending, youth gangs, crime prevention, early intervention, social welfare, community policing, restorative justice, youth policy.Abstract
This article analyzes the specific features of preventing group offenses committed by juveniles in Finland. Particular attention is paid to the Finnish model of juvenile crime prevention, which is based on early intervention, educational inclusion, family support, social welfare policies, community policing, and interagency cooperation. The study examines the role of schools, social services, law enforcement agencies, youth outreach programs, and restorative justice mechanisms in reducing juvenile group delinquency. The article also explores contemporary challenges related to youth gangs, social media, cyber risks, and social exclusion. The findings demonstrate that Finland has developed one of the most effective preventive systems in Europe by addressing the social, educational, and psychological factors associated with juvenile group offending.
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