Abstract
The article examines some aspects of the prevention of military criminal offenses. The author drew attention to the reasons for the increase in offenses among military personnel, the importance of military discipline and legal mechanisms for strengthening it. Measures for the prevention of crime in the army are considered, including psychological, social and organizational support. It is emphasized that the prevention of offenses is one of the key tasks of criminology and criminal law. The importance of interdepartmental coordination and improvement of legislation is noted. The need to strengthen the social protection of military personnel is also indicated. Conclusions are made on the basis of this text on ways to improve the effectiveness of criminal prevention. Keywords: military personnel serving on conscription, deferment from conscription, crimes, criminal offense, civil claim, admission of guilt, conscripts, military rank.