SPECIFIC ASPECTS OF ENSURING THE PARTICIPATION OF OTHER PERSONS IN THE CRIMINAL PROCESS AT THE PRE-TRIAL STAGE IN GERMANY

Abstract

This article is dedicated to analyzing the specific aspects of ensuring the participation of persons involved in criminal proceedings at the pre-trial stage. The article examines the roles of participants - suspects, victims, witnesses, experts, and other individuals based on German criminal procedure law (Strafprozessordnung, StPO) and methods for ensuring their procedural activities. Special attention is given to legislative mechanisms, coercive measures, use of technology, and legal-ethical issues in ensuring participation. Additionally, based on the opinions of prominent legal scholars, the German experience is evaluated as a unique system. The aim of the article is to demonstrate the importance of participants in increasing the effectiveness of the pre-trial stage and to discuss the possibilities of applying this experience in Uzbekistan's legislation. The results of the analysis provide important conclusions for ensuring procedural justice and transparency at this stage.