An Implementation of Forensic Evidence Management under AWS-S3 Service

Computer Science Engineering

In the realm of forensic science, effective evidence management is paramount to ensuring the integrity and admissibility of evidence collected from crime scenes. The Chain of Custody (CoC) process plays a pivotal role in safeguarding this integrity by tracking and documenting the custody of evidence throughout its lifecycle. Blockchain technology offers a compelling solution to enhance CoC processes by providing a decentralized, immutable, and transparent ledger system. The digitalization of forensic evidence management through blockchain presents a contemporary and environmentally sustainable approach. Blockchain operates as a distributed ledger where transactions are securely recorded in a chronological order within blocks, accessible to all participants in the network. This study endeavors to devise a comprehensive framework and algorithm to integrate blockchain into forensic evidence management, focusing on establishing and maintaining the Chain of Custody seamlessly. The proposed solution aims to leverage blockchain's inherent features of transparency, immutability, and cryptographic security to fortify the evidentiary trail, thereby ensuring the credibility and admissibility of digital forensic evidence in legal proceedings.

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