STANDARDS OF ADMISSIBILITY OF THE RESULTS OF FORENSIC RESEARCH IN THE USA AND UKRAINE PROCEEDINGS: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS

The article shows that despite the different legal systems of United States and Ukraine, in field forensic science there is a common problem associated with assessment scientific reliability expert research on this basis admissibility testimony. existing Fry standard, Dober’s trilogy, Rule 702 Federal Rules proof aimed at determining testimony are considered. It was stressed main criterion for American proceedings methodological credibility conducted. validation entrusted to judge who performs role “goalkeeper”. If previous check confirms validity carried out, “admits” expert’s conclusions fact make decision case. Verification an requires familiarize himself fundamentals methods relevant sciences. Comparison standards domestic criminal procedural doctrine certain coincidences differences. A significant difference between clear prescription judges establish those properties study determine (scientific reliability) Based analysis standards, it concluded advisable Ukrainian legislation attaching subjects carrying out proof, when assessing conclusion expert. obligation (the presence general provisions, theoretical foundations type examination) use certified methodology registered Register methods) results.