October 17, 2025Uzhhorod National University Herald Series LawOpen Access

Forms of public participation in the administration of justice in the Russian Empire in the 19th century: the case of volost’ courts and local self-government in Southern Ukraine

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Volost courts provided accessible justice by incorporating community customs and statutory law, adapting to local needs.
Elected judges at volost assemblies formed the backbone of local judicial systems, with specific eligibility criteria influencing participation.
The study highlights the significant role of community customs in shaping judicial decisions, often leading to challenges of state authority.
Translating historical records and legal documents reveals that volost courts combined modern reforms with traditional norms, ensuring community engagement.

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The article reveals how volost courts enabled public participation in justice, suggesting a unique blend of state and customary law in Southern Ukraine.

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O. V. Saranсhuk (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68f199b7de32064e504dc7ee https://doi.org/10.24144/2307-3322.2025.90.1.18

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The article reveals how volost courts enabled public participation in justice, suggesting a unique blend of state and customary law in Southern Ukraine.

Forms of public participation in the administration of justice in the Russian Empire in the 19th century: the case of volost’ courts and local self-government in Southern Ukraine

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Forms of public participation in the administration of justice in the Russian Empire in the 19th century: the case of volost’ courts and local self-government in Southern Ukraine

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