The Fragility of Chain of Custody in the Era of Digital Evidence

“Chain of custody” is a familiar concept for anyone working in law enforcement, legal practice, or investigations. It’s a foundational part of proving that evidence presented in court is authentic, unaltered, and admissible. From physical crime scene artifacts to corporate records, courts have always required a clear, documented trail showing where evidence came from, who handled it, and how it was preserved.

For legal and recordkeeping compliance, understanding and capturing metadata of your organization's online presence is essential.