The Law introduces amendments to Article 197⁴ of the Code of Administrative Responsibility. Under the amendments, administrative liability is established for officials who leave a requirement submitted by the Ombudsman without consideration, violate the deadline for its consideration without valid reasons, or knowingly provide false information in response to the requirement.

According to Article 32 of the Law of the Republic of Uzbekistan “On the Commissioner of the Oliy Majlis for Human Rights (Ombudsman)”, in order to eliminate and prevent cases of torture identified during monitoring visits to places where persons with restricted freedom of movement are held, the Ombudsman submits a requirement to the relevant organizations that is mandatory for consideration.

Such a requirement must be considered without delay, and the Ombudsman must be informed in writing of the measures taken no later than ten days, unless another deadline has been established.

During the discussion, senators noted that the Law will contribute to further strengthening human rights protection mechanisms, enhancing the practical effectiveness of the Ombudsman’s response measures, and increasing the accountability of officials.

The senators approved the Law.

Press Service of the Commissioner of the Oliy Majlis for Human Rights (Ombudsman)