Features of the Development of Soviet Justice in the Period of Developed Socialism

 The scientific article analyzes the socialist justice of the period of developed socialism (1960–1990s). Based on the theoretical studies of Soviet scientists and the legislation in force at that time, the concept of socialist justice was formulated. Taking into account the historical periodization of the Soviet state in 1960–1991. the features of the development of the judicial system are considered. It is substantiated that the initial period of the “Khrushchev thaw” actually represented a judicial reform, since the old, including repressive, legislation was abolished, and new judicial and judicial legislation was adopted. The next stage of reforming the Soviet judicial system was associated with the evolutionary improvement of the judicial system, without radical changes. It is proved that the third period of perestroika and the collapse of the USSR (1985–1991) actually became the basis for a new judicial reform. During this period, the prerequisites for judicial reform were laid, which were not destined to come back to life due to the collapse of the USSR.