Features of the use of video conferencing in investigative activities

The author of the article, based on a theoretical analysis of scientific works on the use of video conferencing in criminal proceedings, examines the procedural procedure for organizing and conducting investigative actions using video conferencing. It is noted that a number of problems remain related to the imperfection of the current legislation in terms of the production of investigative actions using video conferencing systems, and therefore, as a way to obtain evidence, Article 189.1 of the Code of Criminal Procedure of the Russian Federation is rarely practiced. The author’s position was formulated regarding the adoption of a procedural decision by the investigator, the investigator of the relevant decision with the indication of specific grounds that determine the possibility of conducting investigative actions through a video conference call. Attention is paid to the content of a written order of an official on the organization of participation in the investigative action of a person whose participation in this investigative action is considered necessary. Proposals have been made to improve law enforcement practice on the procedural procedure for organizing and conducting investigative actions “remotely.”