THE DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION OF PROSECUTORIAL SYSTEMS: A COMPARATIVE STUDY OF ENGLAND AND WALES AND THE REPUBLIC OF UZBEKISTAN

Abstract:

This article examines the digital transformation of prosecutorial systems through a comparative analysis of the institutional and technological frameworks applied in England and Wales and the Republic of Uzbekistan. The study focuses on the role of digitalization in enhancing prosecutorial efficiency, transparency, and accountability, with particular attention to electronic case management systems, data-driven decision-making, and the separation of investigative and prosecutorial functions. The experience of England and Wales, including the use of advanced digital tools within the Crown Prosecution Service, is analyzed as a benchmark for institutional maturity and procedural safeguards. Against this backdrop, the article assesses the current state and challenges of prosecutorial digitalization in Uzbekistan, identifying legal, organizational, and technical constraints that limit its effectiveness. The author argues that successful digital transformation requires not only technological modernization but also comprehensive legal reform, institutional independence, and robust data integrity mechanisms. The article concludes by outlining strategic recommendations aimed at aligning Uzbekistan’s prosecutorial system with international standards of digital justice and good governance.