Digital Evidence
/ˈdɪdʒɪtl ˈɛvɪdəns/
Definitions
- (n.) Information of probative value that is stored or transmitted in digital form and used in legal proceedings.
The court admitted the digital evidence extracted from the suspect's smartphone.
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Commentary
Digital evidence must be carefully preserved to maintain integrity and admissibility in court.
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