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From digital trace to evidence: Challenges and insights from a trial case study.
Maxime Bérubé1, Laurie-Anne Beaulieu2, Sophie Allard3
1Département de biochimie, chimie, physique et science forensique, Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières, Canada; Chaire de recherche UQTR en forensique numérique, Canada; Groupe de Recherche en Science Forensique, Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières, Canada; Centre international de criminologie comparée, Canada.
Digital forensics faces challenges due to rapid technological change, impacting criminal trials. Standardized practices and validation are crucial for accurate digital evidence processing and legal comprehension.
Area of Science:
- Digital Forensics
- Criminal Justice
- Information Technology
Background:
- Digital traces are increasingly vital in legal investigations across jurisdictions.
- Law enforcement and judicial systems struggle to keep pace with technological advancements.
- Misinterpretation of digital evidence can occur in criminal trials.
Purpose of the Study:
- To understand decision-making challenges in digital forensics.
- To analyze the impact of these challenges on criminal cases.
- To identify improvements for handling digital evidence.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative analysis of a terrorism-related court case.
- Examination of operational, technical, and management constraints.
- Identification of best practices for digital evidence processing.
Main Results:
- Operational, technical, and management constraints impede accurate digital trace processing.
- Need for standardized forensic practices and rigorous validation highlighted.
- A structured approach can aid law enforcement and legal teams.
Conclusions:
- Improved digital forensic practices are essential for justice.
- Standardization and validation enhance clarity and reliability of digital evidence.
- This research offers insights to refine investigative practices and legal understanding.
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