theme 7 Flashcards
What is the role of the judiciary in the Republic of Uzbekistan?
To investigate cases based on the principles of supremacy of the Constitution and laws of the Republic of Uzbekistan
The judiciary is an independent branch of state power aimed at administering justice.
What laws define the constitutional status and structure of the judiciary in Uzbekistan?
The Constitution of the Republic of Uzbekistan and the Laws ‘On Courts’ and ‘On Constitutional Court’
‘On Courts’ was enacted on June 26, 2021, and ‘On Constitutional Court’ on March 12, 2021.
How does Article 130 of the Constitution of Uzbekistan define judicial authority?
It functions independently from legislative and executive authorities, political parties, and other institutions of civil society.
List the components of the judicial system in Uzbekistan.
- Constitutional Court
- Supreme Court
- Military courts
- Courts of the Republic of Karakalpakstan
- Regional and Tashkent City Courts
- Administrative Courts
- Inter-district, district, city courts for civil, criminal, and economic cases
What is the term length for judges of the Constitutional Court in Uzbekistan?
Ten years without the right to re-election.
Who elects the judges of the Constitutional Court?
The Senate of the Oliy Majlis upon the submission of the President.
How many judges are there in the Constitutional Court of Uzbekistan?
Nine judges, including the chairman and deputy chairman.
What are the competences of the Constitutional Court?
- Define compliance of the Constitution with laws
- Conform compliance of constitutional laws and international treaties
- Interpret norms of the Constitution
- Hear appeals regarding compliance with the Constitution
- Represent information on constitutional lawfulness to the Oliy Majlis and the President
True or False: Judgments of the Constitutional Court can be appealed.
False.
What is the highest judicial authority in Uzbekistan?
The Supreme Court of the Republic of Uzbekistan.
What are the powers of the Supreme Court?
- Examine cases as a court of first, appeal, and cassation instance
- Supervise lower courts
- Consider issues of judicial practice
- Organize work on improving judges’ qualifications
What is required to become a candidate for the position of judge in Uzbekistan?
A citizen aged thirty-five with a higher legal education and relevant work experience.
What is the minimum work experience required to be a judge of the Supreme Court?
Fifteen years in a legal specialty, including at least seven years as a judge.
Who appoints the chairman of the Supreme Court of Uzbekistan?
The Senate of the Oliy Majlis on the recommendation of the President.
What is the procedure for judges’ terms in Uzbekistan?
First elected for five years, then for ten-year terms or indefinite term.
What is the role of the Supreme Judicial Council in Uzbekistan?
To support the independence of the judiciary.
Judges in Uzbekistan are independent and subject solely to _______.
[the Constitution and the law]
True or False: Judges may participate in political movements.
False.
What languages can court proceedings be conducted in Uzbekistan?
- Uzbek
- Karakalpak
- Language spoken by the majority in the locality
- Other languages as required by law
How are courts in Uzbekistan financed?
Only from the State budget.
