The dissertation of Shokhrukh Mirzo Khalilov, an employee of the Academy, was defended at a meeting of the Scientific Council DSc.24/2026.31.01.Yu.01.02 under the Law Enforcement Academy of the Republic of Uzbekistan. The research was conducted for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Law in the speciality 12.00.09 – “Criminal Procedure. Criminalistics. Operational-Search Law and Forensic Examination”.

The dissertation, entitled “Issues of Improving the Procedural Status of an Investigator”, provides a comprehensive substantiation of safeguards for ensuring the independence of investigators. In particular, proposals have been developed for allocating criminal cases based on objective criteria, defining the limits of the powers of heads of investigative bodies, and protecting investigators through judicial means against unlawful interference. These approaches are aimed at strengthening legality and impartiality during preliminary investigations.

Following the defence, the Scientific Council recommended the dissertation by Shokhrukh Mirzo Boymurod ugli Khalilov for the award of the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Law.

The Academy’s staff congratulates Shokhrukh Mirzo Khalilov on the successful defence of his dissertation and wishes him further achievements in his research career.