AUTOMATED INFORMATION SYSTEMS AS A MEANS FOR ENSURING THE PRE-TRIAL INVESTIGATION EFFICIECY

Abstract

The article deals with modern information systems with regard to ensuring the pre-trial investigation efficiency. It underscores that information reference, information search, information modelling and information consulting systems must be regarded as the most efficient systems that meet the up-to-date requirements of scientific research and satisfy the needs of forensic and investigation practices. The first three systems are based on empirical data while the fourth one is based not only on the statistically significant information, it also encompasses an array ofnecessary knowledge including conclusions of a certain group of experts, hence this system is often regarded as an expert system. The abovementioned information systems are designed to provide support in the decision-making by investigators while dealing with specific crimes, they contribute to the investigators ’ mental activity in planning, suggesting investigation versions, choosing optimal systems for investigation (search) actions. These information systems can be launched following the development and introduction of necessary software, the use of personal computers available to any investigator in order to obtain necessary data or examples (the system of operational versions, model questionnary for a forensic expert, etc).