THE PRESUMPTION OF INNOVENTY IN CRIMINAL PROCEEDINGS
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https://doi.org/10.37547/Keywords:
presumption of innocence, criminal procedure, Republic of Uzbekistan, constitutional principles, burden of proof, right to defense, judicial practice, human rights, criminal procedure legislation, accused, defendant.Abstract
This scientific article is devoted to a comprehensive analysis of the legal regulation and procedural features of the presumption of innocence in criminal proceedings in the Republic of Uzbekistan. The authors examine the constitutional and legislative foundations of this principle, its content, and significance for ensuring individual rights and freedoms in the context of criminal prosecution. Special attention was paid to the procedure for implementing the presumption of innocence at various stages of criminal proceedings, as well as identifying problematic aspects and ways to solve them. The article utilizes doctrinal approaches, analysis of judicial practice, and norms of current legislation. The purpose of the study is to deeply understand the role of the presumption of innocence in the legal system of Uzbekistan and to develop proposals for improving its practical application.
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