The concept of "special knowledge": debatable aspects

The study is devoted to the consideration of problematic issues related to the concept of "special knowledge" in the context of the appointment of an expert examination by the court, namely, its content and comparison with another closely related term - "special knowledge". The analysis of normative legal acts and points of view of representatives of the scientific community is carried out. The conclusions that can be applied in order to make changes to the legislation are formulated.