Borshevsky, A.P. General principles of functioning of local self-government and justices of peace in Bessarabia by 60s-70s of the XIX century.

Abstract: The article is devoted to analysis of activities of the justices of peace and of local municipal institutions. As the author points out, the institution of local government is one of bases of any democratic society and the independent judicial authority is an essential element of democracy, promoting protection of the rights and freedom of citizens, which makes their studies so topical. The author on the basis of use of various sources has managed to show us the essence and value of local government and peace justice in Bessarabia in 60-70 of XIX century.