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Forensic Analysis and Backlog

The process of analyzing digital evidence in CSAM cases, including the challenges of forensic backlogs and the need for specialized teams and resources.

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Jan 9, 2026
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How long do csam investigations on average take to execute a search warrant?

CSAM investigations do not have a single, reliable "average" for how long it takes to obtain and execute a search warrant because the timeline varies widely with case complexity, jurisdiction, provide...

Jan 12, 2026
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How do defense attorneys challenge inferences drawn from device history and metadata in CSAM prosecutions?

Defense attorneys routinely attack the inferences prosecutors draw from device histories and metadata in CSAM prosecutions by disputing knowledge and possession, contesting forensic provenance and cha...

Jan 27, 2026
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What defenses have succeeded when multiple users share a device containing CSAM, and what evidence overcame those defenses?

Defenses based on shared devices, shared accounts, accidental downloads, malware, or open Wi‑Fi have repeatedly succeeded at either getting charges dismissed or creating reasonable doubt when prosecut...

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