INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS AS THE BASIS FOR THE QUALITY AND ACCURACY OF FORENSIC EXPERTISE

The article is dedicated to the role of international standards ISO/IEC 17025 and ISO 21043 in ensuring the quality and accuracy of forensic examinations. The description of the principles of these standards helps to understand their importance in increasing the objectivity, transparency, and reproducibility of forensic research results. The article discusses the main problems of implementing international standards in forensic expert activities and their impact on the international recognition of expert examination results. Special attention is given to the necessity of constant updating of scientific methods and the application of new technologies in forensic expertise. The importance of adhering to ethical and legal norms during forensic examinations and the role of specialized libraries in supporting scientific research and enhancing expert competence are also emphasized.