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Police Use of Digital Images
Police Use of Digital Images
This document was retired in July 2021, replaced with the newer version covering images, video and audio (multimedia)
We live in a modern digital age society, where technological advancement is at the forefront of many initiatives and change, and as such evidential information have become ever so crucial than ever before.
With the high usage of smart phones, laptops, the Internet and social media, digital images and recordings are pivotal in police investigation. This cannot be underestimated. They are now a useful source of evidence for criminal justice purposes. Other evidences such as eye witness accounts, police statements are still highly valuable pieces of information and should neither be underestimated. Both together provide a holistic picture when investigating criminal cases.
As a result, the Police have a key role in managing, capturing, editing, processing, preparing cases, disclosing this to the Crown Prosecution service (CPS), storing, retaining and disposing of digital images carefully and according to guidelines highlighted. This document aims to offer practical guidance and advice on the role police play in digital imaging.
For more information and enquiries please see details below.
Email: soc@npia.pnn.police.uk
Telephone: 0870 241 5641