The concept of interaction between the investigator and the inquiry authorities: tasks, goals, principles of interaction

The subject of the research is the organization of interaction between investigators and inquiry bodies in criminal proceedings. The object of the study is the practice of joint activities of the specified subjects in the investigation of criminal cases. The author examines in detail such aspects as the regulatory and legal foundations of interaction, the specifics of the investigative situation, tactical techniques, and the effectiveness of interdepartmental cooperation. The article discusses the concept, goals, tasks, and principles of interaction between investigators and inquiry bodies in criminal proceedings. Special attention is given to defining the essence of interaction as coordinated activities aimed at achieving common goals of criminal proceedings. Factors influencing the organization of interaction are emphasized: autonomy and subordination of divisions, differences in regulatory and legal regulation, specifics of the investigative situation, and forensic features. Definitions of interaction formulated by various scholars are provided, highlighting the significance of the regulatory framework and tactical aspects. Specific cases of interaction are analyzed, such as conducting joint activities in investigating crimes. Approaches to interaction are defined, emphasizing the administrative and procedural-authoritative nature of relationships between divisions. The research method involved comparative analysis of legal norms regulating the interaction of investigators and inquiry bodies, studying scientific literature and judicial practice. Methods of interpreting legislative acts and summarizing the experience of law enforcement activities were used. The main conclusions include recommendations for improving the mechanism of interaction between investigators and inquiry bodies, aimed at optimizing the procedure for attracting necessary resources and enhancing the quality of preliminary investigative actions. The novelty of the study lies in the identified features of the influence of forensic characteristics of a case on the choice of specific forms and methods of interaction among participants in the criminal process. The main goal of interaction is defined as the consolidation of law enforcement efforts to combat crime through optimal distribution of resources and powers. The application area of the findings covers the improvement of the practice of interaction between investigators and inquiry bodies, increasing the effectiveness of pre-trial production, and enhancing the quality of decisions made. The conclusions are aimed at assisting law enforcement agencies in optimizing coordination of activities and improving the level of professional training of staff.

Interaction, Criminal proceedings, Investigative situation, Preliminary investigation, Joint activities, Law enforcement agencies, Procedural regulation, Crime prevention, Improvement of practices, Operational search activities