Tagging
/ˈtæɡɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) The practice of affixing labels or identifiers to property or persons for identification or legal tracking purposes.
The evidence was secured with a tamper-evident tagging system to maintain chain of custody.
- (v.) The act of applying a tag or label to an object or individual, often for identification or regulatory compliance.
The officer was authorized to tag seized vehicles to prevent unauthorized removal.
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Commentary
In legal contexts, tagging often pertains to methods ensuring traceability and evidentiary integrity, especially in criminal procedure and property law.
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