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Research Article
The Inefficiency of Mainstream Criminological Theories in Analyzing Rural Crime in Iran
The Inefficiency of Mainstream Criminological Theories in Analyzing Rural Crime in Iran

Zahra Rastaei; Amir Paknahad; Mehrdad Rayejian Asli

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 09 February 2026

https://doi.org/10.30513/cld.2026.7548.2192

Abstract
  Criminological literature has historically been urban-centric, although crime and misdemeanor are not exclusive to urban areas. In mainstream criminology, which is the primary approach ...  Read More
Research Article
The Criminal Jurisdiction of the Peace Court and Its Challenges
The Criminal Jurisdiction of the Peace Court and Its Challenges

yassin hassani; sajjad abbassi

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 24 February 2026

https://doi.org/10.30513/cld.2026.7508.2186

Abstract
  Jurisdiction is a foundational principle in criminal procedure, as the authority to adjudicate a case is contingent upon its prior establishment. Non-compliance with jurisdictional ...  Read More
Research Article
The Future of Institutionalizing Restorative Processes for Children and Adolescent Delinquency in Iran: A Case Study of the Special Police for Children and Adolescents Bill
The Future of Institutionalizing Restorative Processes for Children and Adolescent Delinquency in Iran: A Case Study of the Special Police for Children and Adolescents Bill

Fatemeh Tolouee; Azade Sadeghi

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 24 February 2026

https://doi.org/10.30513/cld.2026.7654.2197

Abstract
  Objective:The Research goal is to analyze of legislator’s restorative approach intheSpecial Police for Children &Adolescents(SPCA)Bill from perspective of Restorative Justice(RJ)policies,aiming ...  Read More
Research Article
Open or Closed Criminal Network in Criminal Policy (Conceptual Model)
Open or Closed Criminal Network in Criminal Policy (Conceptual Model)

Seyed Hossein Hosseini

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 18 March 2026

https://doi.org/10.30513/cld.2026.8135.2247

Abstract
  Criminal policy has traditionally paid limited attention to systemic relationships among institutions and actors. Using a network analysis approach grounded in Delmas-Marty’s ...  Read More
Review Article
A reflection on becoming insane after committing a crime and before issuing a sentence A critique on note one of article 150 of the Islamic Civil Code and note two of article 13 of the Islamic Civil Code
A reflection on becoming insane after committing a crime and before issuing a sentence A critique on note one of article 150 of the Islamic Civil Code and note two of article 13 of the Islamic Civil Code

Meysam Kohantorabi; Marziyeh Sabzyan

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 18 March 2026

https://doi.org/10.30513/cld.2026.7464.2181

Abstract
  According to Note 1 of Article 150 of the Islamic Penal Code, crimes are divided into public-rights (ḥaqq Allāh) and private-rights (ḥaqq al-nās). In the first, insanity blocks ...  Read More
Research Article
The foundations and limits of the emergency legitimacy of torture in obtaining confessions from the accused from the perspective of Iranian jurisprudence and law.
The foundations and limits of the emergency legitimacy of torture in obtaining confessions from the accused from the perspective of Iranian jurisprudence and law.

s.Jafar Alavi gonabadi; Hosna Ezadpanah kazeme; ZAHRA ZORMAND BAFANDEH

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 26 April 2026

https://doi.org/10.30513/cld.2026.5764.1949

Abstract
  This study adopts a jurisprudential and legal approach to examine the legitimacy of applying physical and psychological coercion to extract confessions under conditions of necessity. ...  Read More
Research Article
The Application of Restorative Justice Practices in Cases of Intentional Homicide Committed by Juveniles: Challenges and Strategies
The Application of Restorative Justice Practices in Cases of Intentional Homicide Committed by Juveniles: Challenges and Strategies

Romina Doranipoor; Mohammad Farajiha

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 26 April 2026

https://doi.org/10.30513/cld.2026.7646.2198

Abstract
  Restorative justice, as an innovative approach in criminal policy—particularly in the context of juvenile justice—aims to repair the harm caused by crime and facilitate ...  Read More
Research Article
The Status of Criminalization of Forgery and Abuse of Fingerprint Whitewashing in Iranian law
The Status of Criminalization of Forgery and Abuse of Fingerprint Whitewashing in Iranian law

hasan hajitabar firozjaei

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 26 April 2026

https://doi.org/10.30513/cld.2026.7742.2211

Abstract
  One of the fundamental challenges facing Iranian legal doctrine and judicial practice is the issue of criminalizing fingerprint forgery or misuse of fingerprint whites; because despite ...  Read More
Research Article
Juvenile Status offenses; effective or harmfull?
Juvenile Status offenses; effective or harmfull?

Mahbube Amini

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 26 April 2026

https://doi.org/10.30513/cld.2026.7846.2223

Abstract
  Status offenses are considered legal for adults based on a global criterion. Although the most important examples of status are school skipping, running away home, curfew, incorrigibility ...  Read More
Research Article
Multilevel analysis of factors of sexual victimization of children and adolescents in cyberspace
Multilevel analysis of factors of sexual victimization of children and adolescents in cyberspace

mahmoud mahdavi; alireza ghaderi

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 26 April 2026

https://doi.org/10.30513/cld.2026.8000.2238

Abstract
  The central issue of the research is to identify various factors that facilitate or accelerate the process of child victimization in this complex environment. This research is descriptive-analytical ...  Read More
Research Article
Feasibility study of the crime of theft regarding ornamental dogs in Iranian jurisprudence, law and judicial practice
Feasibility study of the crime of theft regarding ornamental dogs in Iranian jurisprudence, law and judicial practice

hosein andalib; seyedamir sekhavatian

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 27 April 2026

https://doi.org/10.30513/cld.2026.7632.2195

Abstract
  One of the issues that has been raised in court cases is the theft of ornamental dogs. Some judges have ruled out the crime of theft in relation to these types of dogs, citing their ...  Read More
Research Article
The approach of the Quran and visions in legislating the sentence of criminal intent
The approach of the Quran and visions in legislating the sentence of criminal intent

javad habibi tabar; Asadolah rohani

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 29 April 2026

https://doi.org/10.30513/cld.2026.7454.2179

Abstract
  قصد مجرمانه از موضوعات اختلافی فقه جرایی است. توجه فقها تاکنون بر استنباط حکم اولیه آن (حرمت) بوده است. ...  Read More
Research Article
Comparative study of Criminal Mediation in Delinquency of Juveniles in the Iranian and German Juvenile Justice Systems
Comparative study of Criminal Mediation in Delinquency of Juveniles in the Iranian and German Juvenile Justice Systems

Mehri Barzegar

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 05 May 2026

https://doi.org/10.30513/cld.2026.8187.2254

Abstract
  Criminal Mediation is a favorable solution to diversion. This measure is in accordance with criminilogical studies. The programs of mediation have already been implemented in Germany ...  Read More
Research Article
An Examination of ‘Other Inhumane Acts’ as One of the forms of Crimes Against Humanity with emphasis on the Jurisprudence of the International Criminal Court.
An Examination of ‘Other Inhumane Acts’ as One of the forms of Crimes Against Humanity with emphasis on the Jurisprudence of the International Criminal Court.

Mansoure Mohammadi; Hossein Mir mohammad sadeghi

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 17 May 2026

https://doi.org/10.30513/cld.2026.7974.2233

Abstract
  The International Criminal Court is the first and most important permanent judicial body established for the purpose of adjudicating international crimes. Among international crimes, ...  Read More