About the role of subjective factors in forensic expertise

Asnis A.Ya.

doi:https://doi.org/10.17116/sudmed201659454-56

Asnis A.Ya.

Russian Federal Center of Forensic Science of the Ministry of Justice of the Russian Federation, Moscow, Russia, 109028

About the role of subjective factors in forensic expertise

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Asnis A.Ya.

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Journal: Forensic Medical Expertise. 2016;59(4): 54‑56

DOI: 10.17116/sudmed201659454-56

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Asnis AYa. About the role of subjective factors in forensic expertise. Forensic Medical Expertise. 2016;59(4):54‑56. (In Russ.)
https://doi.org/10.17116/sudmed201659454-56

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Abstract:

The article examines the influence of subjective factors on the activities of a forensic expert. It is noted that to improve the objectivity and reliability of the findings of forensic experts is necessary to strictly observe the presumption of innocence, to develop guidelines for certain types of expertise, production of which is not carried out in the state forensic institutions, as well as carry out some other organizational and methodical activities.

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forensic evidence

the presumption of innocence

objectivity findings

expert opinion

expert error

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Asnis A.Ya.

Russian Federal Center of Forensic Science of the Ministry of Justice of the Russian Federation, Moscow, Russia, 109028

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