Improving judicial mechanisms for eliminating pre-trial procedural errors in the criminal process of Uzbekistan
Otkir Abdugaffarovich Mamadaliev , Independent researcher at Supreme School of Judges under the Supreme Judicial Council of the Republic of UzbekistanAbstract
This article addresses the systemic issues of procedural errors in the pre-trial phase of criminal proceedings in Uzbekistan. The research focuses on the theoretical nature of such errors, their classification, and their implications for judicial fairness and legal integrity. Drawing from domestic legal norms, empirical data, and comparative international practice, the article proposes reforms for strengthening judicial mechanisms to detect and eliminate these errors effectively. The goal is to enhance procedural safeguards and ensure compliance with fundamental rights during criminal prosecution.
Keywords
Procedural errors, criminal justice, pre-trial investigation
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