Steven Kemp

Dr. Steven Kemp is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Public Law at the University of Girona, Spain. His research focuses on the intersection of criminal law, cybercrime, and criminological analysis, with affiliations to institutions like UNICRI, Open University of Catalonia, and the Institute of Public Security of Catalonia. His work spans digital security, fraud victimization, and sentencing disparities.

• Current roles: Serra Hunter Fellow, University of Girona (2023–present); Collaborating Teacher, UNICRI (2024–present)
• Previous roles: Associate Professor, University of Girona (2015–2021); Postdoctoral Researcher, Pompeu Fabra University (2021–2023) and University of Manchester (2021)

His research interests include:

• Cybercrime dynamics during global crises (e.g., pandemic-related fraud trends)
• Victimization patterns in digital societies, particularly among older adults
• Legal implications of smart technologies and cybersecurity frameworks
• Comparative criminal justice systems, especially plea bargaining and sentencing disparities

Key trends in his recent publications (2025–2019) highlight:

• Rising cyberfraud incidents and their societal impacts
• Interdisciplinary approaches to digital security and legal systems
• Statistical modeling of crime trends post-COVID-19
• Behavioral responses to cybercrime risks

Scientific recognition includes:

• Serra Hunter Fellow

He actively collaborates with research groups like the Research Group in the Seminar of Criminal and Criminological Sciences and contributes to public policy initiatives in cybersecurity and fraud prevention.