INTRODUCTION

Dear Reader,

With great enthusiasm, we present issue number 4 of the LOGOS Guardia Civil Journal, a publication that not only marks the conclusion of our second year of continuous publications but also opens the door to a crucial goal in our growth: meeting one of the fundamental requirements of several prestigious indexes that value the stability and editorial quality of a publication over time. Indexing will not only allow us to achieve greater visibility and international prestige but will also position our journal as a benchmark in the dissemination of scientific knowledge within our field of study.

The journey has already begun: our website averages 2,500 visits per month, with nearly 40,000 articles downloaded in total. This success is the result of the joint commitment of our authors, reviewers, readers, and editorial team, who have tirelessly worked to ensure the quality and excellence of the published articles. To all of them: thank you.

This issue features a selection of 13 research articles addressing current and relevant issues, written by experts who share their knowledge and experience. We begin this issue with a collaborative article titled "Citizen Security Under Debate: The Particular Case of Ports and Airports of General Interest" by Brigadier General José Antonio Mingorance, which analyzes the specific challenges of these critical infrastructures. This is followed by an article by Juan Manuel Alcoceba, counsel of the Constitutional Court, examining the role of intelligence in crime prevention and as an evidentiary tool.

In "The Convenient Penalization of Gasoline Used for Drug Trafficking," Víctor Manuel Arcas, Commander of the Guardia Civil, presents an innovative legislative measure to combat organized crime. Next, Lieutenant Colonel Francesco Dotto of the Italian Carabinieri provides an international perspective with his article on the code of conduct for gendarmerie forces in the 21st century.

Carlos Manuel Fernández, Data Protection Officer at the State Secretariat for Security, in his article "The Security of Information for Protected Witnesses and Crime Victims as a Protective Measure," offers proposals to improve the protection of sensitive data. Meanwhile, Carla Fraile, Lieutenant of the Guardia Civil, surprises with an article demonstrating technological advancements in criminal identification of pedophiles through their knuckles.

Milagros Moisés González, Captain of the Guardia Civil, addresses the relevance of maritime law in "The Competence of the Coastal State in the Territorial Sea." Meanwhile, Raúl Moreno, also a Captain of the Corps, analyzes the role of women and minors in radicalization processes and jihadist extremism.

Eduardo Olmedo, Senior Prosecutor for Road Safety, proposes solutions to improve road safety concerning personal mobility vehicles. On the other hand, Luis Miguel Ortiz, Professor and Doctor of Engineering at the University of Córdoba, focuses on pedestrian safety with a study on the behavior of pedestrians in alternative crossings near civil works.

Francisco Pérez, professor of Cybersecurity Law and expert in digital law, offers a perspective from the European cybersecurity solidarity regulation with his article "The Regulation of a Cybersecurity Reserve." Juan Manuel Ramos, Lieutenant Colonel of the Guardia Civil and Interior Attaché in Brazil, addresses a subject of constant concern: jihadist terrorism as a latent threat in the European Union.

Cristina Sánchez, Cadet of the Guardia Civil, delves into "The Application of CIRAM Risk Analysis in Guardia Civil for Integrated Border Management." Additionally, professors from the University of Valencia—Sergio A. Useche, Francisco Alonso, Mireia Faus, and Cristina Esteban—present a comparative study on user perceptions regarding compliance and enforcement of road safety measures in Spain and the Dominican Republic.

Finally, we close with a review of case law from the Second Chamber of the Supreme Court, a detailed analysis by Javier Ignacio Reyes López, Magistrate of the 46th Court of Madrid.

As you can see, this issue covers a wide range of research topics related to citizen and public security. Additionally, it explores themes such as international law, data protection, jihadist extremism, and the application of innovative technologies in the field of security. We are confident that these contributions will captivate your attention and provide new perspectives on the challenges and opportunities facing the field of security.

We wish to express our deepest gratitude to the authors for their dedication and for sharing their expertise through such high-quality work. We also wish to highlight the crucial role of the reviewers, members of the Editorial Board, and Scientific Committee, not forgetting the exceptional work of the Editorial Team, whose effort and professionalism have been fundamental in making this new edition possible. We remain focused on maintaining the highest editorial standards and advancing steadily toward our goal of establishing ourselves as a scientific journal of excellence. We invite you to be part of this exciting journey by contributing your research and sharing our publications with the academic community.

 

Félix Blázquez González
Director of the CUGC