Annotation

The article is devoted to studying the institution of curfew as a measure restricting the constitutional right to freedom of movement during wartime. It analyzes historical prerequisites, foreign practices (USA, China, Kazakhstan), and peculiarities of legislative regulation in the Russian Federation. The absence of a legal definition for curfew and insufficient development of procedures for its implementation are noted, which creates legal uncertainty and risks arbitrary restriction of citizens' rights. Special attention is given to the problem of demarcation of powers between federal, regional, and military authorities, as well as the lack of unified rules for granting exceptions and issuing passes. Emphasis is placed on the need to adhere to principles of necessity, proportionality, and temporary limitation when introducing this measure. The author argues that it is necessary to introduce a legal definition of curfew into legislation, develop a typical regulation for its application, and clarify the competence of government bodies, which will ensure balance between national security and respect for human rights and freedoms.