AN ERROR AND ITS VALUE IN THE FORENSIC EXPERT ACTIVITY

Abstract

The article focuses on the problem of mistakes in forensic expert activity. Different approaches to mistakes` classification are considered and systematized, and the reasons and conditions of their occurrence are clarified. The general ways of improving the process of research and evaluation of its results with the aim to increase the evidentiary value of the expert finding are proposed. The criteria for optimizing the functioning of the quality management system, which will consist in minimizing expert mistakes are outlined, in particular through the provision of the competence, professionalism and skills necessary for carrying out research; application of the latest and proven research methods and methodologies; use of the instrumental base, which will provide the necessary accuracy and reliability of the results, quality control of research conduction.
Key words: forensic examination; mistake; expert finding; evaluation of experts finding.