On the Specifics of the Concept and Purposes of Interrogation as an Investigative Action

The article discusses the concept, goals, objectives and features of conducting an interrogation as an investigative action, acting as the main legal means by which evidence is collected and verified. The opinions of scientists in the field of criminology and criminal procedure regarding the specifics of the investigative action are analyzed. It is noted that there is no definitive norm in the criminal procedure legislation, which contains the definition of interrogation as an investigative action. The materials of judicial and investigative practice are presented. At the end of the work, the author's definition of interrogation is given, conclusions are drawn about the importance of determining the purpose of conducting an interrogation at each procedural stage.