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Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Video Redaction
December 21, 2015 | 4 minutes read
Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Video Redaction

Unforeseen challenges arise as law enforcement agencies collect more video evidence. From cruiser camera video to body camera and surveillance videos.

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The Age of Digital Evidence
November 23, 2015 | 3 minutes read
The Age of Digital Evidence

Law enforcement must be flexible and open to change so they take advantage of new technologies in the digital evidence realm to remain one step ahead.

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10 Things to look for in a modern evidence management system
June 29, 2015 | 6 minutes read
10 Things to look for in a modern evidence management system

Choosing an evidence management system involves evaluating user-friendliness, secure storage, support for various evidence formats, robust search capabilities, chain-of-custody tracking, user access control, and integration with existing systems.

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The importance of random evidence inventory
June 22, 2015 | 4 minutes read
The importance of random evidence inventory

Random audits are crucial for maintaining the integrity of your evidence room and deterring internal theft. By involving external parties and keeping detailed records, you ensure your processes are beyond reproach, reducing risk of exploitation.

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Evidence chain of custody
June 08, 2015 | 3 minutes read
Evidence chain of custody

Chain of custody is vital in law enforcement, ensuring evidence is securely documented from seizure to court, maintaining its integrity and reliability.

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Crime scene evidence management
June 01, 2015 | 3 minutes read
Crime scene evidence management

Managing evidence at a crime scene begins when the first responding officers arrive on the scene. We can define a “crime scene” as any location where evidence relating to a specific incident, would reasonably be expected to be found whether before, during, or after the crime. As radio dispatchers broadcast information about a reported incident, […]

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Evidence room inventory procedures
May 11, 2015 | 3 minutes read
Evidence room inventory procedures

Regular inventories and audits are vital for maintaining evidence room integrity. Use modern software, keep detailed records, and focus on guns, money, and drugs. A well-organized system prevents loss, theft, and professional embarrassment.

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Cryptocurrency and Law Enforcement | Uncharted Waters
March 30, 2015 | 6 minutes read
Cryptocurrency and Law Enforcement | Uncharted Waters

The world of cryptocurrency is dynamic and evolving. Law enforcement must grasp its complexities as many transactions are legal, yet a significant black market thrives due to cryptocurrencies’ anonymity.

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Free RMS evidence module? (The good, the bad, and everything in between)
March 02, 2015 | 4 minutes read
Free RMS evidence module? (The good, the bad, and everything in between)

In the previous article titled “Why Evidence Management Software?”, we discussed the advantages of having an advanced evidence management software system in every evidence room, and we talked about the things you might be missing if you’re still managing your evidence “the old way”. Today, we discuss one of the myths surrounding the free RMS […]

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