Noziedzīga nodarījuma objekta doktrinārā novērtējuma ietekme uz noziedzīgu nodarījumu kvalifikāciju

Applying comparative scientific research method, the article inquires into conclusions of Latvian criminal law legal doctrine regarding the role of the object of a criminal offence in the qualification of criminal offences. It concludes that the object has no independent significance for distinction of criminal offences. Nevertheless, the title of the chapter of the Special part of the Criminal Code, which reflects the group object, promotes the systemic interpretation of legal norms. Since the protected interest per se is determined by the criminalization of the deed in question, Section 1901, which criminalizes the smuggling of dangerous items, is applicable, although it does not threaten the national economy, yet it is included in Chapter XIX “Criminal Offences of an Economic Nature”.