The Law Enforcement Tools for the Protection of Cultural Properties in Hungary

Abstract

The purpose of this research is to identify how the Hungarian agencies fight against the illicit trade of cultural properties. The National Bureau of Investigation and the Border Tax and Customs guardians are important to mention in this field. The research was based on the method of observation and interviews. In addition to presenting agencies, it would be important for both the civilian population and the police to undergo a sensitisation, which serves to protect cultural property. To achieve that, the agencies should develop themselves both on an educational and technological level.