How the FBI Investigates Computer Crime

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Technology has made it easier for criminals to hide information about their crimes. Because of the sophistication of the digital environment, evidence is collected and handled differently than it was in the past and often requires careful computer forensic investigation. Crimes where computers are the targets can result in damage or alteration to the computer system. Computers which have been compromised may be used to launch attacks on other computers or networks.

 

The FBI uses a number of federal statutes to investigate computer crimes. The FBI is sensitive to the victim's concerns about public exposure, so any decision to investigate is jointly made between the FBI and the United States Attorney in order to take the victim's needs into account.

 

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