TYPICAL INVESTIGATIVE SITUATIONS DURING THE INITIAL STAGE OF TERRORISM FINANCING INVESTIGATION

Abstract

The article highlights factors that influence the complexity of investigating 
crimes related to terrorism financing, especially in the context of modern 
technologies, cryptocurrencies, fictitious companies, and cross-border schemes. It 
stresses the importance of applying a scientifically sound methodological 
approach based on typifying investigative situations encountered at the early 
stages of the pre-trial investigation. This helps systematize information, enhance 
tactical decision-making, and reduce errors. The article identifies main types of investigative situations–simple/complex, obvious/not obvious, 
favorable/unfavorable–and describes their key characteristics. It notes the high 
resistance from criminals, difficulty accessing evidence, and the necessity for a 
decisive law enforcement response amid armed conflict against Ukraine. The 
situational approach proposed aims to improve investigation efficiency, safeguard 
national security, and limit misuse of procedural tools like plea agreements.