THE METHOD OF PROFILING IN THE ACTIVITIES OF INTERNAL AFFAIRS BODIES
The article reveals the concept, essence and method of profiling. It also explains who a specialist profiler is and whether he is needed in official activities in law enforcement agencies, as a way to combat crime. The history of the creation of this direction, the source of profiling, as well as the period of appearance and application of the profiling method in our country are also considered. The question of the effectiveness of the application of this method in the operational, investigative and other official activities of law enforcement agencies is being studied.