The forensic investigator of the Investigative Committee of Russia as a member of the investigative group: functions and significance

In this article touches upon the topical issue of the participation of a forensic investigator of the IC of Russia in the investigation of criminal cases as part of an investigative team. The great role of the forensic units of the IC of Russia in the preliminary investigation of criminal cases was noted. The article highlights two functions of a forensic investigator performed by him as part of an investigative team. A brief description of each of the identified functions of a forensic investigator as part of the investigation team is given. Two main forms of participation of a forensic investigator in the investigative team in the implementation of the functions under consideration are noted.