ISSUES OF IMPROVING THE INSTITUTION OF RETURNING A CRIMINAL CASE WITH NEW CHARGES AT THE TRIAL STAGE IN THE REPUBLIC OF UZBEKISTAN
Keywords:
Criminal procedure, new charges, return of criminal case, court proceedings, Uzbekistan, due process, judicial reform, adversarial principleAbstract
This article examines the procedural and legal aspects of returning a criminal case for additional investigation or reconsideration when new charges arise during court proceedings in the Republic of Uzbekistan. The study analyzes the provisions of the Criminal Procedure Code, judicial practice, and recent reforms aimed at strengthening adversarial principles and protecting human rights. Particular attention is paid to the legal grounds, procedural mechanisms, and shortcomings of the current system. Based on doctrinal analysis and comparative approaches, proposals are developed to improve the institution in line with international standards.
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