This article comprehensively analyzes the theoretical and legal foundations of combating theft crimes committed by organized criminal groups. Modern trends in organized crime, the degree of its social danger, and its place in the system of crimes against property are scientifically substantiated. Also, a comparative analysis of the norms of the criminal legislation of the Republic of Uzbekistan and the experience of the CIS countries was conducted. Special attention is paid to the problems of qualifying these types of crimes, identifying and proving signs of organized crime. Based on the scientific discussion, a number of proposals and recommendations were developed.