Abstract:  The subject of the research is the inquiry as a form of preliminary investigation. In her research Zyrianova sets a goal to analyze theoretical and organization-practical issues that may arise in the process of comtemporary inquiry. The author focuses on the problems that are related to the activity performed by the head of the inquiry subdivision. Zyrianova describes several groups of problems. The author suggests that aforesaid problems should be solved by making changes and amendments to the criminal procedure laws. To prove her statement, the author provides a general description of the survey of public prosecution and statistical information officers. The author's point of view will be of interest to inquiry subdepartments officers. In her research the author has used such research methods as analysis, generalisation, comparision and statistical methods. The novelty of the research is caused by the fact that the author proves the need to change the timeline for respondign to the message about a crime being committed, the form of the court decision and procedure for confirmation of the final decisions made by the investigation officer. Moreover, the author of the article makes particular recommendations regarding changes that should be made in the the Russian Federation Code of Criminal Procedure.  

Abstract: The research subject is the provisions of the rules of criminal procedure regulating the work of a head of interrogative unit and realization of the criminal procedure principles, and other materials and documents on this issue. The research object is social relations appearing during realization of criminal procedure principles during interrogation. The author analyzes different opinions about the role of criminal procedure principles; studies competitiveness, legality and reasonable time in respect to the work of a head of interrogative unit; proves their importance. The author uses various research methods: analysis, comparison, generalization and survey. The author concludes about the need to improve some provisions of the Criminal Procedure rules of the Russian Federation. To improve legality and effectiveness of the struggle against crime and legal safety of citizens, the author suggests pursuing comprehensive improvement of particular criminal procedural provisions and institutions and correction of legal deficiencies. 

Abstract: In this article Zyryanova examines the procedural, institutional and other powers of the inquiry unit head that may be used in the process of reduced inquiry. She also onsistently analyzes the role of inquiry unit heads  at each stage of inquiry and justifies the need to expand the scope of procedural powers of the inquiry unit heads at the legislative level. The author provides specific arguments in confirmation of the aforesaid. Given the above, the author of the article offers a revised version of Article 40.1 and Part 32. 1 of the Russian Federation Code of Criminal Procedure. In her research the author uses different research methods including specific research methosd and such methods as analysis, comparison, generalization and induction. The novelty of the research is caused by the fact that the author proposes to legally fix the responsibility of the investigator to reach a decision on the transition from one form pf inquiry to another from the Inquiry Unit Chief by making appropriate changes in Part 32.1 of the Russian Federation Code of Criminal Procedure.