Nature of legal status of the subjects of forensic activities

Abstract

The paper discusses the main problems of the enforcement mechanism in the appointment and production of forensic examination. It is shown that the provisions of the current criminal procedural legislation inadequately carry out the legal regulation of the subjects of forensic activities. Particular attention is given to ensuring the rights and legitimate interests of those participating in the expert study of individuals. Analyzing the rules governing the procedure for the appointment of forensic examinations, the author draws attention to the absence of temporary restrictions on familiarizing the participants in the criminal process with the resolution on the appointment of the examination. The author justifies the possibility of vesting the defense with the right to assign expertise, which could be implemented through non-state forensic institutions or private experts. Proposals for the improvement of legislation and law enforcement practice are formulated. The theoretical conclusions formulated in the paper serve as a basis for further research of forensic issues, and can also contribute to the improvement of rule-making in this area.