Defense counsels’ participation in the stage of criminal investigation: problems and solutions
Lawyers have the right to participate in the criminal procedure at the stage of investigation in the capacity as defense counsels for the accused from the time when decisions on institution of legal proceedings against such accused are issued[1]. Particularly for persons arrested under Articles 81 and 82 of the 2003 Criminal Procedure Code (the Code), lawyers may participate in the criminal procedure after custody decisions are issued. [1] Articles 56 and 57 of the 2003 Criminal Procedure Code.