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The Chain of Custody: Ensuring Evidence Integrity in Court

Meta Description: Evidence Integrity and Legal Admissibility The Chain of Custody is the meticulous chronological documentation required in criminal and civil cases to prove that evidence presented in court is authentic, untampered, and has been continuously secured from the moment of collection until trial. Maintaining an unbroken legal paper trail is essential for the admissibility

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Chain of Custody of Evidence: Why Integrity Matters in Court

The Chain of Custody: Ensuring Evidence Integrity in Court