Mario Griffo

Mario Griffo is a Researcher in Criminal Procedural Law (IUS/16) at the Department of Law, Economics, Management and Quantitative Methods (DEMM) at the University of Sannio. His work focuses on various aspects of criminal procedure, narcotics law, and organized crime prosecution.

Griffo's research interests span across several key areas of criminal law:

• Criminal Procedural Law and judicial process
• Narcotics legislation and enforcement
• Organized crime prosecution and anti-mafia measures
• Constitutional aspects of criminal procedure
• Judicial interpretation and legal hermeneutics

His publication record shows a consistent focus on procedural aspects of criminal law, with particular attention to narcotics legislation, organized crime prosecution, and constitutional interpretation of criminal procedures. Griffo frequently publishes detailed commentaries on specific articles of the Italian Criminal Code and Consolidated Law on Narcotics, demonstrating his expertise in legal interpretation and application. His work often addresses contemporary legal challenges including digital evidence (cryptophones), alternative sentencing measures, and judicial control of mafia-infiltrated businesses.

Some of Griffo's work has been subject to Ministerial VQR (Valutazione della Qualità della Ricerca), indicating recognition of the quality and impact of his research within the Italian academic system.

As a researcher at the University of Sannio, Griffo contributes to the academic community through his extensive scholarly output, with 84 documented publications spanning from 2006 to 2025. His work bridges theoretical legal scholarship with practical application in the Italian judicial system, making valuable contributions to both academic discourse and legal practice.