To the Discussion on the Concept of Criminal Procedure Functions

Taking into account the uncertainty remaining for a long time in the theory of criminal procedure law in relation to the concept of “function”, the article analyzes various theoretical approaches to eliminate this uncertainty. The main features of the criminal procedural function are highlighted, their content and significance are clarified. The study used general scientific methods and private scientific methods. As a conclusion, it is proposed to expand and specify the list of features of the function in question.