REGULATION OF PRIVATE NOTARY ACTIVITIES ADDITIONAL MECHANISMS

Аннотация

This article examines the system of state control over notarial activities in Uzbekistan, particularly focusing on the supervision of private notaries by judicial authorities and the legal limitations on punitive measures—currently restricted to suspension or revocation of licenses. The analysis reveals that between 2022 and 2024, notary licenses were suspended nearly 2,000 times, including numerous cases involving minor violations that could have been resolved on the spot. By comparing international experiences from countries such as Germany, the United States, Japan, Canada, and South Korea, the study identifies a broader spectrum of disciplinary measures abroad – such as fines, warnings, training requirements, and even criminal penalties. Based on this comparative analysis, the article recommends the incorporation of alternative sanctions like warnings and monetary penalties into Uzbekistan’s notarial legislation. Such reforms would help ensure proportionality in disciplinary action, increase legal protection for citizens, and enhance the transparency and effectiveness of the national notary system.