Judicial practice in criminal proceedings of Ukraine

Purpose: Investigation of the role and importance of judicial practice in criminal justice in Ukraine. Methodology: The author applied rather-legal and legalistic methods. Results: The article explores ways to improve the efficiency and equity of criminal proceedings on the basis of one of its basic principles of the supremacy of law. With its introduction of conditions for the formation of a national judicial practice, enhancement of its role in the criminal proceedings and certainty of its equity. The courts in this function carry out not only justice but also lawmaking. Respond to changes in the legal reality becomes more prompt, which is especially important in the area of human rights and fundamental freedoms. Novelty/originality/value: The paper presents scientific and practical value, as containing the author’s summarizing and conclusions, characterizing the formation of judicial practice in Ukraine and its importance for justice in criminal proceedings. Jurisdiction has played an important role in shaping the concept of a reasonable criminal trial. Its special feature is the protection of human rights and freedoms from illegal encroachments of others as well as from the arbitrariness of authorities.