ICFECI Expert Computer Forensic Analyst Services

ICFECI (Institute of Computer Forensic Examinations and Criminal Investigations) has an enviable reputation as one of the outstanding providers of computer forensic analyst services in Texas. The founder, Dan James has a long list of achievements in this field, the qualifications and the experience to carry out computer forensic analysis. He has also installed and maintained a computer forensics lab for the Federal Public Defender in the Northern District of Texas besides training staff and hosting eDiscovery services to help defendants. Another of his achievements is that of being Founder of the Institute of Computer Forensic Examinations and Criminal Investigations. ICFECI has a fully equipped lab for computer and cell phone forensics.

It takes years of experience and special knowledge as well as training to deliver ICFECI’s expert computer forensic analysis services. The analysis process is carried out under strict controls to identify, collect, examine and analyze digital data from computer hard disks and then present a report that supports the defendant’s case.

Typically the process starts with acquisition of the computer and its hard disk through established legal processes. The next process is that of evidence collection, which involves extraction of data or making a copy of the hard disk data without modifying or altering the original contents in any way.  Once data is extracted or copied the next stage is the all important forensic analysis of computer information. Analysis identifies anomalies or finds out information related to the case. The next step would be to document the findings in a format that presents information in a way that is favorable to the defendant’s case. Analysis helps reconstruct events, substantiate or refute allegation and mitigate the case against the defendant. A computer forensic expert may also have to carry out network forensic involving internet traffic and unearth data. The task could also encompass email data acquisition and analysis as may be relevant to the case. In all such instances it is crucial that the original data is not tampered with and that the examiner carry out and present analytical findings that are factual and conducive to his client’s case.

It does require specialized knowledge and training as well as certifications for an individual to be deemed capable of carrying out forensic analysis of digital data. Knowledge and experience count but, at the same time, it also requires a full-fledged lab with tools that will help in data extraction and analysis. ICFECI possesses both resources and, to its credit, can also claim to have helped train others in this area.

Should an individual become the defendant in a case where computers are involved, contact ICFECI. With ICFECI's arsenal of forensic tools, the defendant would have a strong defense team member. Testimonials from attorneys and associates are proof enough of ICFECI's competence and trustworthiness.

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