THEORETICAL AND PRACTICAL ASPECTS OF THE SEIZURE OF DIGITAL INFORMATION
Abstract
This article examines the theoretical and practical issues associated with the seizure of digital information. Particular attention is paid to the legal principles governing seizure, including legality, proportionality, and the preservation of data integrity. The article analyzes the main challenges faced by law enforcement authorities in practice, such as technical unpreparedness, the absence of proper documentation and recording of the seizure process, the risk of data destruction, as well as the lack of clear and comprehensive legal regulation.
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