Tag: evidence handling
Police Due Process Obligations: 5 Key Legal Requirements
Every year, millions of Americans interact with law enforcement, and in each of those encounters, due process obligations shape the outcome. These legal requirements...
Understanding the 4 Key Steps in Police Chain of Custody
Every year, thousands of criminal cases hinge on the integrity of evidence. The police chain of custody ensures that evidence remains reliable and admissible...
Police Actions Delay 40% of Trials, Study Finds
Delays in the justice system are not merely bureaucratic inconveniences; they are systemic issues with profound consequences. A recent study reveals that police actions...
Know Your Rights: 5 Key Facts After a Home Search
Every year, law enforcement conducts thousands of home searches across the country. While these searches are often necessary for investigations, it is crucial for...
PACE Grants Police 28 Specific Powers for Investigations
In the UK, police officers possess a wide array of powers under the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 (PACE), a cornerstone of criminal...
5 Types of Evidence Crime Scene Contamination Can Compromise
Crime scene contamination occurs in nearly 20% of cases, according to forensic experts. This silent disruptor can taint evidence, mislead investigations, and even result...
Understanding Chain of Custody: 5 Key Components
Evidence tampering undermines 40% of criminal cases, according to the Innocence Project. At the heart of evidence integrity lies the chain of custody, a...
5 Key Elements of a Strong Criminal Defense Strategy
Every year, over 10 million people are arrested in the United States. Each of these individuals faces a complex legal process that can significantly...