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Examining Environmental Crimes and Appropriate Legal Approaches for Countering Them
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Askar Jalalian   , Mohammad Akbari , Seyed Mohammad Hossein Mirkazmi Mood |
| Adviser to the Minister of Justice and head of violations of the Ministry of Science , a.jalalian@pnu.ac.ir |
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Abstract: (103 Views) |
Background and Theoretical Foundations: Over time and with technological advancements, humanity has moved away from natural living to an industrial lifestyle. In pursuit of human interests, extensive interventions and alterations have been made to the natural environment. These changes, including soil degradation, deforestation, and the destruction of surface and groundwater bodies and seas, have caused irreversible harm to humans and have put the existence of all living beings at serious risk. Such actions can be considered as examples of criminal behaviors.
Methodology: The primary research question is framed as follows: “What legal measures have been anticipated for environmental crimes?” This study employs a descriptive-analytical method, developed using legal texts and articles.
Findings: In essence, the environment is one of the most critical sectors of society, an inseparable part of human life with a profound impact on it. Although during the 19th and 20th centuries, the drafters of constitutions established certain standards for environmental protection and bilateral or multilateral agreements were concluded with the aim of safeguarding the environment, the reality remains that this area of international law requires a robust global institution.
Conclusion: Such an institution would strengthen the motivation for supporting the international environment and enhance access to effective judicial mechanisms globally. Through this approach, it would pave the way for the further development of international environmental law by issuing beneficial judicial rulings and precedents regarding the environment and its protection, thereby reinforcing its continuous growth. |
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| Keywords: environment, environmental protection, environmental crimes, environmental treaties. |
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Type of Study: Research/ Original/ Regular Article |
Subject:
Management (Environment, Coastal Zone,...)
Received: 2024/10/27 | Revised: 2025/01/15 | Accepted: 2025/01/4
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