On the possibility of introducing in Russian legislation: for and against

Among scientists and practicing lawyers, for a very long time, there has been a discussion of the issue of including (in fact, returning) a criminal offense to Russian legislation, which is of particular importance given the current situation in such areas of state activity as politics, economics, and law. Since 2017, the Supreme Court of the Russian Federation has also taken an active position on this issue. Based on the results of the discussion on the issue of introducing a criminal offense into Russian legislation, it becomes obvious that it is not possible to leave this problem without a legislative solution, including in connection with the need to solve the problem set by the President of the Russian Federation V.V. Putin tasks to reduce pressure on business from government agencies, including law enforcement agencies. The legislative decision aimed at including the category of unlawful act studied in the article in the criminal legislation of Russia will serve, first of all, as a fundamental basis for formulating proposals for the development of a simplified procedure in criminal proceedings. The implementation of these proposals will have a positive effect on reducing the procedural burden on the judicial and investigative authorities, and will also help reduce budget costs for procedural activities in general.