Аннотация
The article is devoted to the evolution of the disciplinary responsibility institution within the law enforcement agencies of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The history of this institution is examined, starting from the Kazakh Khanate, through Russian colonization and Soviet rule, up to modern reforms. The study analyzes key regulatory acts governing disciplinary responsibility and their impact on service discipline. The article highlights the importance of historical analysis to understand the causes and factors influencing discipline among officers. Conclusions are drawn on the directions for further development of the disciplinary responsibility institution, considering humanitarian approaches and the improvement of procedural norms.