The Faculty of Law Enforcement at the Ludovika University of Public Service (LUPS) had the distinguished honour of welcoming Professor Aleksandar Bošković, Vice-Rector for Finance at the University of Criminal Investigation and Police Studies (UCIPS) in Belgrade, as a guest within the framework of the Ludovika Scholars Program. During his visit, Professor Bošković delivered both a lecture and a workshop, offering valuable insights into the Serbian criminal procedure, emphasizing the legal foundations and practical challenges of the investigative phase.
As part of his workshop titled “Search and Seizure – General Considerations”, Professor Bošković provided a comprehensive analysis of the Serbian practice of search and seizure, with a special focus on the distinction between court-authorised and warrantless procedures. His presentation examined in detail the scope of police powers, the legal framework underpinning investigative measures, the conditions and methodology of conducting searches, as well as the procedural rules governing documentation and record-keeping.
Furthermore, the professor elaborated on Serbian jurisprudence regarding illegally obtained evidence, highlighting common procedural errors made by law enforcement officers that may undermine the effectiveness of criminal proceedings. The session was followed with great interest and intellectual engagement by both students and faculty members of the Faculty of Law Enforcement.
On the second day of his visit, Professor Bošković delivered a lecture offering an in-depth overview of the theoretical and practical models of criminal investigation. His talk addressed both judicial and prosecutorial investigation concepts, detailing the respective roles and phases within the criminal process, including pre-investigation, investigation, and indictment as applied in the legal system of the Republic of Serbia. He further expanded the scope of his presentation by providing a comparative outlook on investigative models in Germany, Italy, and the United Kingdom, drawing attention to their key structural and procedural features. This academically rich and practically grounded lecture was met with enthusiasm, offering students and lecturers alike new perspectives and professional inspiration.
Professor Bošković’s visit contributed significantly not only to the academic and professional enrichment of the university community but also to the strengthening of institutional cooperation. As a result of his visit, the organisers extended an invitation for him to participate in the 4th Ludovika International Law Enforcement Research Symposium (LILERS), scheduled for autumn 2025. There, he will have the opportunity to present his research to a broader academic audience and publish his findings in the forthcoming conference proceedings.