from 01.01.2026 to 01.01.2026
Kazakhstan
UDC 174
The article discusses the ethical and legal aspects of the use of digital technologies and artificial intelligence in the field of criminalistics and forensic examination in criminal proceedings in the Republic of Kazakhstan. It analyzes the current regulatory and legal acts, including the Criminal Procedure Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Law "On Artificial Intelligence", the Law "On Forensic Activities", the Law "On Personal Data and Their Protection", as well as the Digital Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan (which will come into force in June 2026). Particular attention is paid to issues of the admissibility of digital evidence, ensuring judicial control, protecting individual rights, and minimizing risks associated with algorithm bias and privacy violations. The article emphasizes the need to develop a national code of ethics for experts, certify AI systems, and harmonize legislation with international experience based on adaptation rather than direct borrowing. The article is based on an analysis of scientific publications, regulatory acts, and practical examples of the application of digital methods in expert activities.
digital forensics, forensic examination, artificial intelligence, Criminal Procedure Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan
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