THEORETICAL ASPECTS OF THE GROUNDS FOR RETURNING A CASE FOR ADDITIONAL INVESTIGATION BY THE PROSECUTOR

This article thoroughly examines the circumstances that should be considered when a prosecutor reviews criminal cases submitted with an indictment by inquiry and preliminary investigation bodies at the pre-trial stage. It also explores the grounds for the prosecutor to return a criminal case for additional investigation and the types of such grounds. The study analyzes the extent to which cases of returning files for additional investigation due to serious violations of criminal procedural law are enshrined in legislation. Additionally, it presents scientifically substantiated proposals and recommendations regarding what instances should be recognized as serious violations of the law.