What Is Electronic Evidence?

Digital information that may be relevant to establishing facts in a legal matter.

What Does Electronic Evidence Mean?

Electronic evidence is digital information, such as emails, messages, transaction records and documents, that may be relevant in a legal matter. It is preserved and examined like other evidence, with attention to its digital nature.

Why It Matters

Disputes increasingly turn on digital records. Preserving electronic evidence early, in its original form, can be important when a matter reaches a formal stage.

Related Information

Related legal terms: Online Fraud, Cyber Complaint, Digital Transaction

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This definition provides general information and does not constitute legal advice. Laws change, and their application depends on the facts of a matter. For advice on your specific situation, consult a qualified lawyer.