Supreme Court of the Republic of Bashkortostan
Criminal Cases
What is the Supreme Court of the Republic of Bashkortostan?It is the highest judicial body in the Republic of Bashkortostan, Russia. It is responsible for overseeing the administration of justice in the republic and ensuring the uniform application of the law.
What is the role of the Criminal Division of the Supreme Court of the Republic of Bashkortostan?The Criminal Division is responsible for hearing criminal appeals and cassations from lower courts in the republic. It also has the authority to review the legality and fairness of criminal convictions and sentences.
What are the procedures for filing a criminal appeal or cassation with the Supreme Court of the Republic of Bashkortostan?To file a criminal appeal or cassation, a defendant must submit a written notice of appeal or cassation to the court within 10 days of receiving the lower court's decision. The notice must state the grounds for the appeal or cassation and be accompanied by a copy of the lower court's decision.
What are the grounds for filing a criminal appeal or cassation?The grounds for filing a criminal appeal or cassation include:
- Errors of law
- Errors of fact
- Newly discovered evidence
- Procedural errors
When a criminal appeal or cassation is filed, the Criminal Division of the Supreme Court of the Republic of Bashkortostan will review the notice of appeal or cassation and the lower court's decision. The court may then decide to dismiss the appeal or cassation or to schedule a hearing. If a hearing is scheduled, the court will hear oral arguments from the defendant and the prosecution. The court will then issue a written decision upholding, reversing, or modifying the lower court's decision.
What are the consequences of a successful criminal appeal or cassation?If a criminal appeal or cassation is successful, the Supreme Court of the Republic of Bashkortostan may:
- Reverse the lower court's decision
- Modify the lower court's decision
- Order a new trial
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