Patterns of the mechanism of illegal acquisition and sale of objects of limited turnover as the basis for the formation of a new comprehensive methodology

The article examines seven main approaches to the classification of forensic techniques: a) criminal law techniques, b) forensic techniques only, c) a combination of criminal law and particular forensic techniques, d) through the «prism» of forensic characteristics, e) through investigative situations, f) using the way of committing a criminal act, g) applying the mechanism of committing a crime. The transformation of the latter (mechanism) in digital conditions through the «prism» of the methodology for investigating the illegal acquisition and sale of objects of limited turnover is considered. Its patterns are highlighted: the use of non-contact (remote) method, the unity of purpose of creation and functioning, specialization, the use of digital currencies, the development and use of special protection measures against exposure, compliance with increased measures of conspiracy, the international and interregional nature of activities, organization, hierarchy and structured character, high level of technical equipment, focus on obtaining permanent profits, organized distribution of income derived from criminal activities, regenerativity, connection with previous and/or subsequent criminal acts.