Keyword: «public auctions»

The article is devoted to a comprehensive analysis of the legal mechanism for the forced seizure of agricultural land plots for failure to use them for their intended purpose or use in violation of the legislation of the Russian Federation. A detailed study of the legal grounds for the seizure is being conducted, with a step-by-step review of the pre-trial administrative procedure, the judicial decision-making process, and the subsequent sale of the seized land through public auction. Particular attention is paid to current issues of law enforcement, including the length of the procedure and the risks of subjective interpretation of violation criteria, as well as modern legislative trends to standardize control and strengthen the protection of agricultural land. It is concluded that this institution is a complex mechanism of a restorative nature, performing a key function of ensuring rational use of land and food security.