Search Tactics: Specific Issues of Technical Means Application
Abstract
Article presents analysis of peculiarities of technical means application based on theory of criminalistics, criminal process and pre-trial investigation practices. In this context key theoretical provisions are provided with comparison of different search fixation formats in the course of pre-trial investigation, which allows to understand and evaluate the issues in question. There search was initiated due to amendments in applicable criminal legislation (provisions regarding search performance on specific stage of pre-trial investigation). Research subject is defined as search fixation formats with use of technical forensic support of pre-trial investigation. Methodological basis of research comprises description, comparison and analysis.
Article provides analysis of prominent scholars’ opinions on audio and videorecording relevance. Specific aspects of forensic tactics – tactical techniques applied by SOG during search – are outlined, namely: requirements to technical means used to fix the process of search; identification of persons authorized to carry out the abovementioned; identification of starting point for the obligatory search videorecording; analysis of specific tactical techniques used by SOG during search. Also author provides justification for use of more progressive digital forms of visualization (computer technology). The article is aimed at analysis of specific issues regarding tactics of search performance with use of forensic support.
In conclusion author states that the procedure for technical means use in the course of investigative actions fixation including search must be reflected in legislation. Also it is necessary to draft an instruction defining persons authorized to carry out the abovementioned activity.Downloads
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