The history of the regional constitutional justice formation in the Russian Federation is a series of flaws and compromises that hindered its normal functioning. Initially badly considered and not properly formalized by law, the system faced numerous problems that led to the reversal of the process and the abolition of the constitutional (charter) courts of the constituent entities of the Russian Federation. This resulted in the adoption of amendments to the Constitution of the Russian Federation, excluding these courts from the judicial system. This decision seems logical in the current circumstances, but incorrect from the standpoint of strengthening democratic and federal principles in the state structure. The proposal to liquidate constitutional courts is an example of avoiding a solution to the problem: a simple path is chosen instead of careful examination of the issue and working out measures for possible optimization of this system and using its potential. Reforming constitutional justice bodies with a significant expansion of their jurisdiction can turn them into an effective tool for solving the main task of the state, i.e. protecting the rights and freedoms of citizens.