The Code of Criminal Procedure regulates proceedings in criminal matters from the initiation of investigations to the final conclusion.
The StPO determines the rights and obligations of all parties involved, including the public prosecutor, police, court, accused, and defense counsel. It safeguards the right to a fair trial and contains fundamental procedural principles such as the principle of legality, the presumption of innocence, and the principle of proportionality.
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