The State of Proof as an Evaluative Category in Criminal Procedure Law

Abstract

Introduction: the differences in the scientific interpretations of the concept of "state of proof" are due to the use of different methodological approaches in its study. This category is usually associated with "sufficiency", which, in turn, means that what is at stake meets the needs, the necessary conditions; manifests itself to the necessary extent; is available in the necessary amount. Accordingly, the state of proof in criminal proceedings should reflect the result of cognitive activity based on sufficient evidence, to summarize the process of proving the circumstances and facts relevant to the correct resolution of the criminal case, to answer the question of availability of the optimal amount of evidence to make an informed decision.