We live in a world where data is collected from electronic and other digital devices such as cars, telephones and computers.
For example, telephones operate by linking to masts and can store data such as cell site data, text messages, WhatsApp messages, snapchat conversations, social media accounts, and searches on the internet. The prosecution builds cases by attempting to link, by way of attribution, mobile phone numbers and their contents to those accused of a criminal offence. The prosecution will attempt to do the same with laptops, computers and other devices – for example by attempting to link an IP address.
Vehicles also store date – telemetry data, biometric data, location data, and data revealing real-time vehicle speed data, particular in combination with vehicle location data can reveal speeds travelled and pinpoint locations visited.
At Belgravia Solicitors we are able to understand and challenge the telephone, electronic and digital evidence. We careful consider the evidence the prosecution present, formulate our own strategy and where necessary, with our own experts present our own evidence robustly countering the prosecution assertions.
If you, a family member / relative, or a friend are accused of an offence with telephone, electronic or digital evidence in relation to any criminal offence, it is important to seek legal advice. Discussing your case with a specialist lawyer who understands telephone, electronic and digital evidence at an early stage is essential to help understand what can be done to prepare a proper defence.
Remember, there is nothing to lose in contacting us straight away. The sooner you make the contact the sooner we can help!