The key facts

  • The law was signed by the president on October 14, 2026
  • Categories of persons with inviolability and immunity have been defined
  • Criminal prosecution requires the consent of a chamber, the president, or another body

New Law on Inviolability

On October 14, the President of Uzbekistan signed a law establishing a special procedure for procedural actions with respect to persons with inviolability and immunity. The document also introduces criminal liability for violating the right to inviolability.

Who Has Inviolability

Persons with inviolability include: deputies of the Legislative Chamber and members of the Senate of the Oliy Majlis, the Commissioner for Human Rights (Ombudsman), the Commissioner for Children's Rights, judges, prosecutors, investigators and inquiry officers, advocates, members of the Central Election Commission, as well as presidential candidates — for the period of their candidate status — and other persons. Employees of the presidential administration from among the leadership retain inviolability for five years after dismissal — for actions or inaction not related to the performance of duties assigned to them in the administration.

Who Has Immunity

Immunity is granted to the President of Uzbekistan, officials of the presidential administration, and members of their families. Senior employees of the presidential administration have immunity with respect to decisions, actions, or inaction taken in connection with the performance of duties in the administration. Members of parliament have immunity with respect to voting and the expression of opinions.

Restrictions on Detention

A person with inviolability may not be detained and brought to a law enforcement agency. The exception is detention for up to three hours on the grounds provided for in paragraph 1 of Article 221 of the Criminal Procedure Code: if a person is caught at the scene of a crime or immediately after committing it.

Conditions for Criminal Prosecution

To bring a person with inviolability to criminal responsibility, the consent of the relevant chamber, the president, or another authorized body is required. For example, a decision of the relevant chamber is required for deputies, while for senior employees of the presidential administration, the written consent of the president is required based on a submission by the Prosecutor General.