Actual problems of performing criminal responsibility for violation of sanitary and epidemiological rules in the Russian Federation

This article analyzes the current criminal law that regulates liability for violation of sanitary-epidemiological rules in the Russian Federation. The author identifies a number of problems that can negatively affect the effectiveness of the application of this regulatory provision. By analyzing the theoretical and legal foundations and practical aspects of criminalizing these unlawful acts, the author formulated suggestions for improving the legislation. This study is especially relevant in the context of the current situation with coronavirus in the world.

sanitary and epidemiological rules, violation of sanitary and epidemiological rules, criminal liability, crimes against public health and public morality, criminal legislation of the Russian Federation