Historical and legal analysis of the criminal procedure norms of the institution of suspension of proceedings in a criminal case

In this study a historical and legal analysis of the norms governing the procedure for the suspension of proceedings in a criminal case, starting from 1864, is carried out. We have analyzed the period of origin, formation and development of the institution of suspension of proceedings in a criminal case in Russia. Based on the results of this study, it was possible to determine the stages of its development, form the main provisions for improvement and compare with the current provisions of the modern criminal procedure law. In addition, it was possible to draw conclusions regarding the effectiveness of certain provisions of Russian legislation at different historical periods of the formation of the institution of suspension of proceedings. Also, attention is focused on some conflicts that are relevant for the modern institution of suspension of proceedings.