Kazakhstan: Criminal Procedure Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated 4 July 2014 No. 231-V, as amended as of September 2025

The Code of Criminal Procedure of the Republic of Kazakhstan regulates the procedure of criminal proceedings: from the initiation of a criminal case, collection and verification of evidence, conducting interrogations, investigative actions, participation of the parties, until the court makes a decision. The Code establishes the rights and obligations of suspects, accused, and victims, as well as guarantees of a fair trial. The law applies to all persons located on the territory of Kazakhstan, including foreign citizens and stateless persons — criminal proceedings against them are carried out according to the same Code.