International information in law enforcement: the role of digital technologies in cooperation between the legal profession and law enforcement agencies

It is indicated that in order to increase the efficiency of the functioning of the institute of advocacy, ensure transparency and openness of the judicial system, as well as introduce modern information technologies into the sphere of justice, the issues of ensuring a comprehensive approach to the functioning of the unified judicial information and telecommunications system (ESITS) and the verification of their electronic digital signatures arise. The modern development of digital technologies significantly affects the functioning of law enforcement institutions, in particular, the interaction of the advocacy and law enforcement, judicial bodies in the international context. Information technologies open up new opportunities for effective communication, data exchange and coordination of law enforcement measures, which contributes to improving the quality of justice and ensuring compliance with human rights. The article focuses on analyzing the role of digital technologies in the law enforcement process, identifying key aspects of cooperation between the advocacy and law enforcement bodies, as well as assessing the challenges and risks arising from the use of digital tools in legal activities. Particular attention is paid to such technological tools as artificial intelligence, digital platforms for storing and exchanging evidence, electronic document management. The practice of using electronic resources, for example, in national or international criminal cases, as well as mechanisms for legal assistance using online resources, is considered. as well as the introduction of modern information technologies in the field of justice, the issues of ensuring a comprehensive approach to the functioning of a unified judicial information and telecommunications system (JITS) are raised. In addition, the impact of regulatory acts of international organizations, in particular the Council of Europe (CoE), the European Union (EU) and the United Nations (UN), on the development of digital technologies in the field of law enforcement is analyzed. Digital technologies are an important factor in enhancing the effectiveness of cooperation between the legal profession and law enforcement agencies, but their use requires proper regulatory regulation, ensuring the security of personal data and compliance with legal standards of international law.