Analysis of the institution of parole in the context of criminal law theory and practice

Journal title RIVISTA DI STUDI SULLA SOSTENIBILITA'
Author/s Sandugash Nuridin, Yerkin Ongarbayev, M?ru?rt Mur?tkh?n?v?, D?n? K?lm?g?nb?t?v?, ??gul Y?ss?nt?m?r?v?
Publishing Year 2025 Issue 2025/1
Language English Pages 19 P. 105-123 File size 0 KB
DOI 10.3280/riss2025oa19392
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In modern criminal legal systems, the institution of parole is an important element aimed at the rehabilitation of convicts and their social adaptation. The purpose of the study is to study the theoretical and practical problems associated with its application, including issues of legal guarantees and the effectiveness of the institute as a whole. The article uses a comprehensive approach that includes an analysis of current legislation, judicial practice, as well as a sociological study of the opinions of practicing lawyers and representatives of the penitentiary system. The authors propose a number of recommendations for improving the institution of parole, including clarifying legislative norms, increasing transparency and predictability of court decisions, as well as strengthening the role of preventive and rehabilitative measures for convicts. The implementation of the proposed measures will balance the interests of society and the rights of convicts, as well as increase the effectiveness of the institution of parole in the rehabilitation of criminals.

Keywords: ; parole; criminal law; rehabilitation of convicts; legal guarantees; judicial practice

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Sandugash Nuridin, Yerkin Ongarbayev, M?ru?rt Mur?tkh?n?v?, D?n? K?lm?g?nb?t?v?, ??gul Y?ss?nt?m?r?v?, Analysis of the institution of parole in the context of criminal law theory and practice in "RIVISTA DI STUDI SULLA SOSTENIBILITA'" 1/2025, pp 105-123, DOI: 10.3280/riss2025oa19392