The effectiveness of investigations carried out by judicial bodies largely depends on the investigative techniques with which they are endowed. Techniques that should be organically integrated into the relevant regulatory framework, representing the result of the best achievements in the field. Their normative consecration, being the culmination of indepth scientific approaches, supported by practical achievements. Conversely, at the risk of distorting the investigative process, its purpose would not only not add value to this activity, but on the contrary could create a number of impediments.