Azərbaycan Respublikasının Cinayət Məcəlləsinin 234.1-ci maddəsi üzrə məhkəməyə qədər sadələşdirilmiş icraatın tətbiq edilmə imkanları və hüquqi zərurət

This article discusses the necessity of conducting criminal investigations under Article 234.1 of the Criminal Code of the Republic of Azerbaijan, related to the illegal acquisition, possession, preparation, processing, and transportation of narcotic drugs or psychotropic substances in significant quantities without the intention of sale, in the form of simplified proceedings before trial, rather than under the initial investigation phase. The article examines the need for legislative amendments in this regard. The current initial investigation phase, which lasts three months and involves complex procedures, often leads to unnecessary burdening of the legal system, waste of material resources, and violation of the principle of procedural efficiency. Simplified proceedings for clear crimes that do not pose significant public danger, on the other hand, contribute to the effective use of resources, reduce the workload of law enforcement agencies, and ensure the prompt defense of violated rights. The author argues that concluding investigations more quickly may lead to faster punishment of offenders and more efficient functioning of the legal system. This article provides a comparative analysis of the positive aspects of legislative changes as well as the potential legal risks. However, the author also emphasizes that there are some legal risks in implementing this approach, suggesting additional measures to mitigate these risks. Keywords: simplified proceedings, illegal circulation of narcotic substances, procedural efficiency principle, international approach.