ACI Quality Assurance & Compliance 3

Question 1

Under Federal Rules of Evidence Rule 702, expert testimony is admissible when the expert's methodology meets which standard?

Accepted Answer

Daubert standard

Answer

Rule 702 was amended in line with Daubert, requiring that expert testimony be based on sufficient facts, reliable methodology, and proper application.

Question 2

A forensic lab receives equipment for calibration but the calibration certificate has expired. What is the correct quality-compliant response?

Accepted Answer

Remove the equipment from service until it is recalibrated and certified

Answer

Equipment with an expired calibration certificate cannot be relied upon for accurate measurements and must be removed from service immediately.

Question 3

What is the role of a 'technical reviewer' in a digital forensic case under quality compliance frameworks?

Accepted Answer

To independently verify the examiner's methods, findings, and conclusions for accuracy

Answer

A technical reviewer independently checks that the examiner followed proper procedures and that conclusions are supported by the evidence.

Question 4

Which principle ensures that a forensic examination can be repeated by another qualified examiner with the same tools and produce the same results?

Accepted Answer

Reproducibility

Answer

Reproducibility is a core scientific and quality principle requiring that documented methods produce consistent results when repeated under the same conditions.

Question 5

An examiner discovers mid-case that the write-blocker used to acquire evidence was defective and may have modified the drive. What is the priority action?

Accepted Answer

Immediately stop the examination, document the issue, and notify a supervisor

Answer

A potentially compromised acquisition must be halted immediately and documented so that the integrity concern is addressed through proper quality and legal channels.

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ACI Quality Assurance & Compliance 3