Uzbekistan to Expand Powers of Crime Prevention Inspectors
Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan is introducing a new operating system for interior agencies to strengthen public security. Presidential Resolution No. PP-314, dated September 4, 2026, provides for expanded powers for crime prevention inspectors, digitalization of their work and closer coordination between relevant units.
A separate law on the status of crime prevention inspectors is planned to define their rights, duties, liability, service procedures and performance assessment. Administrative liability for obstructing an inspector’s work is also proposed.
Inspectors are expected to receive the authority to issue warnings for 17 types of minor administrative offenses committed for the first time. They will also be able to impose administrative penalties for four types of offenses related to road safety on streets and sidewalks in mahallas. In addition, inspectors will be authorized to consider nine types of administrative cases currently handled by heads or deputy heads of district and city interior agencies.
Their priority task will be to increase public trust and curb crime in their assigned areas. They should not be given additional duties unrelated to their professional responsibilities. A “no-confidence initiative” based on public voting will also be introduced. In certain cases, it may lead to disciplinary measures, including dismissal.
A unified information system is planned by August 1, 2027. It will maintain lists of people in risk groups and register individual preventive measures. Citizens will be able to submit applications, complaints and reports to inspectors in real time through the “Mening inspektorim” mobile application and evaluate their work. If there is no prompt response, the request will automatically be transferred to the “112” system.
From November 1, 2026, patrol and security units will respond promptly to reports of crimes and incidents received through “112”, including incidents in residential buildings. Patrol routes will also cover internal mahalla streets. Traffic police will receive certain additional powers to maintain public order.
Youth crime prevention is another focus. Inspector positions responsible for women, minors and prevention at higher education institutions will be transformed into specialized crime prevention inspector positions. By March 1, 2027, the “Khavfsiz dargoh — khavfsiz talaba” information system is planned to be developed for targeted work with students and to strengthen safety at universities.
Inspectors are expected to receive the authority to issue warnings for 17 types of minor administrative offenses committed for the first time. They will also be able to impose administrative penalties for four types of offenses related to road safety on streets and sidewalks in mahallas. In addition, inspectors will be authorized to consider nine types of administrative cases currently handled by heads or deputy heads of district and city interior agencies.
Their priority task will be to increase public trust and curb crime in their assigned areas. They should not be given additional duties unrelated to their professional responsibilities. A “no-confidence initiative” based on public voting will also be introduced. In certain cases, it may lead to disciplinary measures, including dismissal.
A unified information system is planned by August 1, 2027. It will maintain lists of people in risk groups and register individual preventive measures. Citizens will be able to submit applications, complaints and reports to inspectors in real time through the “Mening inspektorim” mobile application and evaluate their work. If there is no prompt response, the request will automatically be transferred to the “112” system.
From November 1, 2026, patrol and security units will respond promptly to reports of crimes and incidents received through “112”, including incidents in residential buildings. Patrol routes will also cover internal mahalla streets. Traffic police will receive certain additional powers to maintain public order.
Youth crime prevention is another focus. Inspector positions responsible for women, minors and prevention at higher education institutions will be transformed into specialized crime prevention inspector positions. By March 1, 2027, the “Khavfsiz dargoh — khavfsiz talaba” information system is planned to be developed for targeted work with students and to strengthen safety at universities.
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