FORENSIC EXPERTISE IN THE REPUBLIC OF AZERBAIJAN: MODERN APPROACH AND NEW CHALLENGES

The article provides information on the current state of the forensic science in the Republic of Azerbaijan, current legislation, and studies international experience that necessitates the development of the relevant field. In addition, information is provided on the reforms carried out in the field of forensic examination in the country in recent times, the identification of new mechanisms, including the establishment of a private forensic science institute, and the capabilities of information resources created to ensure accessibility to information are analyzed. The necessity and essence of preparing the project "Development Concept of the Forensic Science in the Republic of Azerbaijan for 2025-2030", which is a clear example of attention to the development of forensic science and criminalistics, has been studied.