Clear scope. Conservative claims. Documented handling.
These pages explain how Data365 Evidence approaches evidence-related work and what boundaries apply before engagement.
Operating principles
- Integrity first: original media is treated as sensitive; work is performed on documented working copies when feasible.
- Repeatability: steps are logged so results can be explained and reviewed.
- Scope control: work begins only after written scope and handling terms are established.
- Conservative language: no promises about outcomes, admissibility, or “guaranteed recovery.”
What we do
- Media assessment: condition/risk screening, recommended handling path, and clear “do not do” guidance.
- Evidence-aware documentation: receipt notes, identifiers, and process logs appropriate to the engagement.
- Verification: hashing and consistency checks for provided images/exports.
- Analysis and reporting: structured findings tied to the matter’s questions, with limitations stated.
Typical deliverables
- Written assessment summary and scope recommendation
- Forensic analysis report (method, findings, limitations)
- Supporting exports as agreed (e.g., timelines, file listings)
What we do not do
- Password bypass, device unlocking, or covert acquisition
- “Live” alterations of client systems without written authorization and documented purpose
- Marketing claims like “court-admissible guaranteed”
- Consumer photo-recovery jobs that are not evidence-driven (referrals available)
Evidence handling constraints
Some media conditions inherently limit options (fragility, encryption, prior handling, firmware failure). Where constraints exist, they are documented and communicated before deeper work proceeds.
Engagement steps
- Preliminary intake: case context, deadlines, media description, and objectives.
- Screening response: clarifying questions, risk flags, and proposed scope options.
- Written terms: scope, fees, confidentiality, handling/transport rules, and deliverables.
- Execution: documented workflow and periodic status updates.
If you are under deadline pressure, note it clearly in the first email (include the exact date/time and jurisdiction where relevant).
FAQ
Do you provide testimony?
When appropriate and under written engagement, reporting can be prepared in a format that supports review by counsel. Any testimony-related work is discussed explicitly during scoping.
Can you accept evidence shipped or dropped off?
Yes, under written handling terms. Intake determines the appropriate transfer method and documentation requirements.
Is my inquiry confidential?
Communications are treated discreetly. Formal confidentiality, retention, and scope terms are established in writing prior to engagement.