The prosecutor's office in the state mechanism of ensuring and protection of environmental rights of citizens

The article considers the role of the Prosecutor's office in the system of public authorities authorized in the field of protection of environmental rights of citizens and environmental protection. The author examines the types and competence of environmental authorities. The subject of Prosecutor's supervision in the sphere of execution of requirements of the nature protection legislation is investigated. The paper defines the main activities of the Prosecutor's office in this area.