Criminal Procedure Code at Russia
Russia's Criminal Procedure Code is governed by Federal Law No. 174-FZ, enacted on December 18, 2001, and effective from July 1, 2002. This comprehensive legal framework outlines the procedures for criminal investigations, prosecutions, and trials, ensuring the protection of individual rights and the effective administration of justice. (CRIMINAL-PROCEDURAL CODE)
📘 Overview of Federal Law No. 174-FZ
The Criminal Procedure Code of the Russian Federation establishes the rules and principles for conducting criminal proceedings. It encompasses various stages, including investigation, prosecution, trial, and execution of sentences, while safeguarding the rights of the accused and ensuring transparency and accountability in legal proceedings.
⚖️ Key Features
Presumption of Innocence: Every individual is presumed innocent until proven guilty, and any doubt regarding guilt benefits the defendant.
Right to a Fair Trial: Accused persons have the right to a public hearing, to be informed promptly of the charges, to have adequate time and facilities to prepare their defense, and to be tried by an independent and impartial tribunal.
Legal Representation: Defendants have the right to be assisted by a lawyer of their choice and, if necessary, to have legal aid provided.
Detention Conditions: Any deprivation of liberty must be ordered by a competent court and is subject to legal review.
Appeals: The Code provides mechanisms for challenging decisions through appeals, ensuring that higher courts can review and rectify potential errors in judgments.
📄 Accessing the Full Text
The full text of the Criminal Procedure Code, incorporating amendments up to February 2012, is available in English on the ecoi.net platform: (National Legislative Bodies / National Authorities (Author), published by Legislationline: “Criminal-Procedural Code of the Russian Federation No. 174-FZ of December 18, 2001”, Document #1100078 - ecoi.net)
👉 Criminal Procedure Code (PDF)
Additionally, the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) provides the Code in English on their WIPO Lex platform:
👉 Criminal Procedure Code on WIPO Lex
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