Collecting Electronic/Digital Evidence

Course Outline:

Electronic/digital evidence is now an integral part of many investigations. Investigators must know how to secure and preserve electronic/digital evidence so that it will be admissible in court.

This Collecting Electronic/Digital Evidence training course will give you a thorough understanding of how to seize and secure electronic/digital evidence so that it can be used in a court of law.

Key Learning Outcomes:

• Explaining and applying relevant legislation, legal requirements and Codes of Practice in search and seizure of electronic and digital evidence in investigations
• Gaining a working knowledge of the Computer Misuse Act
• Planning and preparing for the search and seizure of electronic/digital evidence
• Collecting electronic/digital evidence using procedures that ensure the continuity of the evidence is preserved
• Complying with the guidelines for dealing with computer-based evidence identified by the College of Policing