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Law-enforcement bodies

Lessons 24 · 1 lessons · O. Karimova, N. Ismatova, Sh. Sariqov, O. Amanova (methodological editor E. Sariqov). O‘zbekiston davlati va huquqi asoslari (Foundations of the state and law of Uzbekistan), Grade 8. Huquq va Jamiyat publishers, Tashkent, 2019
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Law-enforcement bodies

Textbook: pp. 134–139
GoalLearn the system of law-enforcement bodies, their tasks and ways to get help.
New words
prosecutor’s office · prokuraturainternal affairs bodies · ichki ishlar organlariinvestigation · tergovlegality · qonuniylik
Explanation

Law-enforcement bodies ensure that laws are carried out, prevent offences and protect citizens’ rights. The Prosecutor’s Office supervises exact and uniform execution of laws and supports the charge in the name of the state in criminal cases. Internal affairs bodies keep public order, prevent and detect crimes and ensure road safety. The State Security Service counters threats to the security of the state and society. Tax and customs bodies supervise execution of the law in their fields. Justice bodies handle legal services and civil registry records. For emergencies there are service numbers: 101 – fire service, 102 – internal affairs, 103 – ambulance. A child in a hard situation can turn to parents, a teacher or the child helpline. Names and structures of bodies may change, so checking official sites is useful.

Worked examples
If something happens in the street and someone is in danger, call 102 and clearly state the address and what is happening.
If you notice smoke at home, leave at once and call 101; do not go back for belongings.
Class activity

Role play: pupils practise calling 101, 102 and 103 (name, address, what happened); real numbers are not dialled so that the practice is not a false call.

Practice
1
What is the Prosecutor’s Office’s main task?
2
What are 101, 102, 103?
3
Why must false calls not be made?
4
Whom may a child turn to when in danger?