Law enforcement aspects of Hungarian motorsport events

Abstract

Aim: The study approaches the policing aspects of the security of mass events, including sports events, from a specific point of view. The focus of the investigation is not on classic spectacle team sports, but on motor sports. This point of view allows the authors to discuss not only the large number of participants attending the event, but also the safety issues arising from the ultrahazardous activity nature of the sport.
Methodology: The study elaborates the security factors of the special location and event, as well as highlights the similarities and differences related to traditional sports events. The research method used was mainly the processing of the professional literature on sports law and sports policing, as well as the professional experience gained in the police security operation of Hungarian motorsport events.
Findings: As a result of the research, the authors make findings on the use of innovative legal, technical, technological and law enforcement tools and methods for security.
Value: In terms of the value of the research, the gap-filling nature can be highlighted, since the authors studying law enforcement issues dealt with the safety issues of motorsport events in a unique way. Also of outstanding value in the study is the summary of the thoughts and experiences of specialists experienced in securing Hungarian motorsport events.