Keyword: «familiarization with case materials»

The article is devoted to the analysis of the problems of realization of the right to defense at the stage of completion of the preliminary investigation in the criminal process. The systemic shortcomings of the procedure for familiarizing the accused and the defender with the materials of the criminal case are considered, including a formal approach to setting the time limits for familiarization, unreasonable refusals to satisfy the requests of the defense and restrictions on the participation of the defender. Specific legislative changes are proposed aimed at eliminating the identified problems and ensuring a balance between the effectiveness of the investigation and the constitutional rights of the accused.