What is a chain of custody?

The correct answer is A. A legal document that demonstrates the progression of evidence as it travels from the original. Chain of custody is a foundational forensic and legal concept. It is a chronological, documented record that tracks who collected evidence, who handled or transferred it, when, where, and how it was stored and analyzed - from the moment of collection to its presentation in…

Submitted by ravi_2018· Apr 18, 2026Computer Forensics Investigation Process

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AA legal document that demonstrates the progression of evidence as it travels from the original
BIt is a search warrant that is required for seizing evidence at a crime scene
CIt Is a document that lists chain of windows process events
DChain of custody refers to obtaining preemptive court order to restrict further damage of evidence

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A
86% (31)
B
8% (3)
C
3% (1)
D
3% (1)

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Chain of custody is a foundational forensic and legal concept. It is a chronological, documented record that tracks who collected evidence, who handled or transferred it, when, where, and how it was stored and analyzed - from the moment of collection to its presentation in court. Maintaining an unbroken chain of custody is essential to prove that evidence has not been tampered with, altered, or contaminated. Breaking the chain of custody can render evidence inadmissible. It is not a search warrant (B), a log of OS process events (C), or a court order (D).

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