Problems of obtaining evidentiary information contained in electronic messages during crime investigation
- DOI
- 10.5922/vestnikhum-2025-2-3
- Pages
- 34—44
Abstract
The study examines current issues arising in the course of investigating crimes related to the acquisition of information contained in electronic communications. The research includes an analysis of investigative practices formed in the execution of the procedural action “seizure
of electronic messages in organizations engaged in data transmission over communication networks.” Tactical and organizational problems encountered during investigative actions involving the seizure of electronic messages in organizations that provide their transmission via information and communication networks are identified. An analysis is conducted on the situational conditionality of conducting investigative actions related to the seizure of electronic messages, as well as the challenges faced in this process. The objective of the scientific study is to develop scientifically grounded recommendations for conducting investigative actions related to the seizure of information contained in electronic messages. The study draws on the works of domestic experts in the field of forensics, focusing on the use of information technologies in crime investigations; normative legal acts regulating the procedures for seizing electronic messages and other communications transmitted over telecommunications networks. The research employed methods of analysis, systematization, and generalization of information. As a result of the study, deficiencies in the procedures for conducting the specified investigative actions were identified, and advantages were noted. Methodological recommen
dations are provided regarding the tactics and methods of conducting investigative actions related to the seizure of electronic and other communications transmitted over telecommunications networks. An algorithm was developed containing a set of investigative measures aimed at establishing the most complete and objective body of electronic evidence in the investigation of various types of crimes.