OBTAINING SAMPLES FOR EXPERT EXAMINATION AS AN INVESTIGATIVE ACTION: THEORETICAL AND PRACTICAL ISSUES

The article is devoted to the study of the process of obtaining samples for expert examination as one of the investigative actions in criminal proceedings. It examines the theoretical and practical aspects of the normative regulation of this procedure in the Criminal Procedure Code of the Republic of Uzbekistan and also identifies existing legal gaps that complicate law enforcement practice. The scope of persons from whom samples can be taken, the possibilities of their compulsory seizure, as well as issues related to the conduct of this procedural procedure within the framework of other investigative actions, are analyzed. The authors pay special attention to a comparative legal analysis of the legislation of foreign countries, including the law enforcement practice of the European Court of Human Rights. The article presents the scientific approaches of domestic and foreign researchers, which contributes to the development of scientific discussions on this topic. The authors propose ways to improve the regulatory framework and procedural regulation aimed at strengthening legislation and protecting the rights of participants in criminal proceedings.