chapter 1 computer forensics and investigations as a profession
chapter 1 computer forensics and investigations as a profession
chapter 1 computer forensics and investigations as a profession
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Underst<strong>and</strong>ing Law Enforcements<br />
Agency Investigations<br />
Following the legal process<br />
After building the c<strong>as</strong>e, the information is turned<br />
over to the prosecutor<br />
Affidavit<br />
Sworn statement of support of facts about or<br />
evidence of a crime<br />
Example: Probable-cause affidavit submitted to a<br />
judge in requesting a search warrant<br />
Judge must approve <strong>and</strong> sign a search warrant<br />
Before authorized to collect evidence<br />
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Requirements for Warrant<br />
Probable cause to believe:<br />
A crime is being/h<strong>as</strong> been committed<br />
Relevant evidence exists at a particular place<br />
Must identify specifically what is to be<br />
searched for which<br />
“Fishing expeditions” are prohibited<br />
Challenge is to be general enough to include all<br />
relevant items while specific enough to p<strong>as</strong>s the<br />
test<br />
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