Court Fine: the Discussion Continues

Abstract

The article is devoted to the critical analysis of the criminal law institute of the judicial fine. Using statistical data and materials of judicial practice, the problems that arise in courts when solving private issues related to determining the size and timing of payment of a court fine are considered; difficulties arising from the formulation of the grounds for exemption from criminal liability with the appointment of a court fine; the nature and significance of a court fine are considered. It is suggested that through the institution of a judicial fine, the state seeks to replenish the budget, and the accused (suspect) — to avoid a criminal record. It is proposed to solve these problems through the promise of early removal of a criminal record in the case of voluntary and timely (advance) payment of a fine imposed as a criminal punishment