Digital Evidence

Digital evidence can be transmitted in digital form to assist with a court case during a trial. Digital evidence can cover information about how to protect your identity, how to protect against re-identification, how surveillance affects people, the effects of body-worn cameras, privacy protection, and the importance of data privacy to people.

Proper Handling of Electronic Evidence
August 14, 2017 | 4 minutes read
Proper Handling of Electronic Evidence

Electronic devices as evidence have become so ubiquitous in our lives that most jobs, (including being an effective law enforcement officer) can’t be done without them. From mail fraud to murder and everything in between, nearly every single crime committed will have an electronic device involved.

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Digital evidence on VHS tapes
September 19, 2016 | 3 minutes read
Digital evidence on VHS tapes

Many agencies still store crucial evidence on VHS tapes, posing risks like loss, tampering, and difficulty in managing. Digitize and secure VHS evidence in digital management systems now to avoid future issues and ensure evidence integrity.

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Digital Evidence Metadata
August 01, 2016 | 9 minutes read
Digital Evidence Metadata

Metadata plays a correspondingly important role in digital evidence, and in proving guilt or innocence in court. While the term metadata still seem drivel for the uninitiated, in this article, we aim to provide a basic understanding of digital evidence metadata.

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Citizens Recording Law Enforcement Activities
February 01, 2016 | 3 minutes read
Citizens Recording Law Enforcement Activities

Law enforcement officers across the US are being scrutinized more than ever, not only by news media, but by courts, political activists and citizens.

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Fingerprint Analysis | Evidence Management
January 11, 2016 | 3 minutes read
Fingerprint Analysis | Evidence Management

Fingerprints evidence management, while not as sexy as DNA evidence, can be instrumental in placing a person at the scene of a crime or an incident.

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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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How are you sharing your digital evidence?
August 31, 2015 | 4 minutes read
How are you sharing your digital evidence?

Departments use evidence management software with barcodes. A good system verifies files, tracks evidence from the start, and ensures a secure chain of custody.

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Cell Phones as Evidence Collection Tools
August 24, 2015 | 4 minutes read
Cell Phones as Evidence Collection Tools

Smartphones can be powerful tools for evidence collection, but using them comes with risks. If you choose to use your smart phone, ensure secure transfer to your evidence management system and avoid storing evidence on the device.

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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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