CCE Legal & Ethical Issues in Digital Forensics 2

Question 1

Under the Fourth Amendment, which standard must law enforcement meet to obtain a warrant for digital evidence?

Accepted Answer

Probable cause

Answer

The Fourth Amendment requires probable cause supported by oath or affirmation before a warrant can be issued.

Question 2

Which federal law specifically prohibits unauthorized interception of electronic communications?

Accepted Answer

Electronic Communications Privacy Act

Answer

The Electronic Communications Privacy Act (ECPA) of 1986 prohibits unauthorized interception of wire, oral, and electronic communications.

Question 3

A forensic examiner discovers child exploitation material during an authorized corporate investigation. What is the FIRST required action?

Accepted Answer

Report to law enforcement and preserve evidence

Answer

Mandatory reporting laws require immediate notification to law enforcement, and evidence must be preserved per legal obligations.

Question 4

The 'plain view' doctrine in digital forensics allows examiners to:

Accepted Answer

Seize evidence found in plain sight during a lawful search

Answer

The plain view doctrine permits seizure of evidence that is immediately apparent and observed during a lawful search.

Question 5

Which privacy law governs the handling of student educational records and may impact a digital forensics investigation at a school?

Accepted Answer

FERPA

Answer

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) protects the privacy of student education records and restricts disclosure.

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