Crime and Election Time: A Comparative Analysis

Abstract

In democratic nations, elections are seen as crucial junctures for political change and decision-making that may have a significant influence on public policy, government, and the general populace. Elections have always had a significant influence on the formulation of the political landscape and have been connected to changes in the prevalence of crime. The intricate link between criminal behavior and election processes has been analysed as a result of this interaction. In the framework of democratic practice, politicians, law enforcement officers, and academics are responsible for ensuring public safety; thus, they need to have a solid understanding of the crime trend. Using conceptual frameworks and actual data from diverse locations and election situations, the aim of this article is to present a comparative viewpoint on the analysis of crime and election time.