Examination of the scene where firearms were used
The article considers current problems of scene examination in case of firearms use. The author observes that examination of the scene is an urgent investigative action in the course of investigating cases where firearms were used, and it is carried out in order to detect and record shot traces, and find out other circumstances important for a criminal case. The author comments upon importance of an investigator's decision on the time to start the examination, its purpose and participants for quick and efficient examination of the scene. Special attention is paid to the role of a specialist in examining the scene where firearms were used. The author dwells on the specific character of making the scene sketch and taking photographs. There is a detailed analysis of special features of recording bullet damages located on various objects and objects with shot traces in the scene examination report. The author considers the specificity of obtaining wipe samples of the corpse's hands. It is demonstrated how important it is to thoroughly search, detect and correctly withdraw the elements of cartridge fillers. In conclusion the author discusses the specificity of withdrawing firearms from the scene.