The article examines the functions of the regime of execution and serving of criminal sentences in penal colonies and pre-trial detention centers. The author points out that the functions of the regime of execution and serving of criminal sentences in penal colonies and pre-trial detention centers are very important for ensuring the efficiency of their activities and safety. The article points out that the regime includes a number of basic functions aimed at achieving the goal of serving a sentence – correction, re-socialization of convicts and prisoners, and social adaptation of persons released from penal colonies and pre-trial detention centers.

The article examines the types of functions and their significance. It is believed that the main purpose of the function is to reform convicted persons by forming new value orientations, and consolidating the norms of morality and law and order. It is noted that in correctional colonies and pre-trial detention centers, convicts are given the opportunity to receive education, vocational training and develop their skills. Such measures contribute to correction and prevent further illegal behavior of persons released from correctional colonies and pre-trial detention centers.

Key words: penal institution, correctional colony, pre-trial detention center, convict, prisoner, legal status, punishment, regime, functions of the regime of execution and serving of sentences, correction, resocialization, prevention.

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