. The course and outcomes of testimony verification at the crime scene with the involvement of a minor
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- 21-29
Abstract
The process of testimony verification at the crime scene is often challenging due to its complex and dynamic nature. Moreover, there are certain peculiarities when performing this work during the investigation with the participation of a minor. The purpose of this study is to highlight the main features that arise during the testimony verification at the crime scene with the participation of a minor and to develop the most practical implementation recommendations. The study confirms the value and urgency of the investigation recording. The author also comes up with some recommendations on how to correct mistakes made in the descriptive part of the testimony verification protocols. The examined materials revealed malpractice of not registering the questions the answers posed to the minor in the protocol. The information provided to minors, must be recorded in the language clear to them. Additional means of fixation are shown to be effective, while the use of video recording is recommended. The basic rules for the use of additional fixation means are noted.