{"id":149273,"date":"2026-04-30T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-04-30T10:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/harlander-partner.eu\/criminal-law\/custody-of-data-carriers-and-data\/"},"modified":"2026-04-30T12:44:36","modified_gmt":"2026-04-30T10:44:36","slug":"custody-of-data-carriers-and-data","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/harlander-partner.eu\/en\/criminal-law\/custody-of-data-carriers-and-data\/","title":{"rendered":"Custody of Data Carriers and Data"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><h2>Custody of Data Carriers and Data<\/h2><ul><li><a href=\"#h-sicherung-von-originalsicherung-und-arbeitskopie\" data-level=\"2\">Securing Original Backups and Working Copies<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-zugriffsverbot-und-unzulassigkeit-der-einsichtnahme\" data-level=\"2\">Prohibition of Access and Inadmissibility of Inspection<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-verwahrung-von-datentragern-und-ergebnissen-der-datenaufbereitung\" data-level=\"2\">Custody of Data Carriers and Results of Data Processing<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-zustandigkeit-der-kriminalpolizei-bis-zur-berichterstattung-0\" data-level=\"2\">Jurisdiction of the Criminal Police until Reporting<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-ubergang-der-verwahrung-an-die-staatsanwaltschaft-0\" data-level=\"2\">Transfer of Custody to the Public Prosecutor&#8217;s Office<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-verwahrungsdauer-bis-zur-rechtskraftigen-beendigung-des-strafverfahrens-0\" data-level=\"2\">Duration of Custody until the Final Conclusion of Criminal Proceedings<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-ihre-vorteile-mit-anwaltlicher-unterstutzung\" data-level=\"2\">Your Benefits with Legal Assistance<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-faq-haufig-gestellte-fragen\" data-level=\"2\">FAQ &#8211; Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>custody of data carriers and data pursuant to <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/ris.bka.gv.at\/eli\/bgbl\/1975\/631\/P115k\/NOR40267216\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Section 115k StPO<\/strong> <\/a>regulates how <strong>digital evidence in criminal proceedings<\/strong> must be secured and stored. This specifically includes <strong>original backups<\/strong>, <strong>working copies<\/strong>, <strong>non-returnable data carriers<\/strong>, and the <strong>results of data processing<\/strong>. The objective is <strong>seamless protection against unauthorized inspection and alteration<\/strong>, which is why <strong>access is generally inadmissible<\/strong>. Responsibility initially lies with the <strong>criminal police<\/strong> and passes to the <strong>public prosecutor&#8217;s office<\/strong> as the proceedings progress. Custody typically lasts <strong>until the final conclusion of the proceedings<\/strong>.    <\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-3019fe8e alignfull uagb-is-root-container\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-32585033\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ris.bka.gv.at\/eli\/bgbl\/1975\/631\/P115k\/NOR40267216\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Section 115k StPO<\/a> stipulates the secure storage of data carriers and data in criminal proceedings to exclude manipulation and unauthorized access.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-container uagb-block-45819ab6\"><picture>\n\t\t<source srcset=\"https:\/\/harlander-partner.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/Verwahrung-von-Datentraegern-und-Daten-352x198.webp\" >\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mr-picture-small\" src=\"https:\/\/harlander-partner.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/Verwahrung-von-Datentraegern-und-Daten.webp\" alt=\"Section 115k StPO explained. Custody of data carriers and data in criminal proceedings presented simply and understandably.\" >\n\t<\/picture>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<a class=\"mr-cta-link mr-cta-button-cal\" href=\"#h2-booking\" title=\"Free initial consultation\"><span class=\"mr-cta-link-normal\">Select your preferred appointment now:<\/span><span class=\"mr-cta-link-bold\">Free initial consultation<\/span><\/a>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sicherung-von-originalsicherung-und-arbeitskopie\">Securing Original Backups and Working Copies<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>securing of original backups and working copies<\/strong> forms the starting point for the custody of digital evidence. As soon as data is secured in the course of a seizure, two levels are created: the <strong>original backup<\/strong> as an unaltered object of evidence and the <strong>working copy<\/strong> for evaluation. Both must be strictly separated and technically protected so that neither <strong>unauthorized inspection<\/strong> nor <strong>alteration of the data<\/strong> is possible.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The duty to secure is directly linked to the seizure of data carriers and data. You can read more about this on our page regarding the <a href=\"https:\/\/harlander-partner.eu\/en\/criminal-law\/confiscation-of-data-carriers-and-data\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">seizure of data carriers and data.<\/a> <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In practical implementation, this means:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Original data remains unchanged<\/strong> and is held exclusively for the preservation of evidence<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Working copies serve the evaluation<\/strong> without endangering the original<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Access is technically restricted and documented<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Any alteration must be excluded or traceable<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This structure ensures that digital evidence retains its <strong>probative value throughout the entire proceedings<\/strong>. Even minor uncertainties during the securing process can later lead to inadmissibility. <\/p>\n    <div class=\"mr-quote mrbg clearfix\">\n        <a class=\"mr-quote-person\" href=\"\/ueber-uns\/rechtsanwalt-peter-harlander\/\" title=\"Rechtsanwalt Peter Harlander\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mr-quote-person-img\" src=\"https:\/\/harlander-partner.eu\/wp-content\/themes\/harlander\/design\/ph100.webp\" width=\"100\"\n                 height=\"100\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Rechtsanwalt Peter Harlander\">\n            <span class=\"mr-quote-person-text\">\n            Peter Harlander<br>\n            <span class=\"mr-quote-person-function\">Harlander &amp; Partner Rechtsanw\u00e4lte<\/span>\n        <\/span>\n        <\/a>\n        <span class=\"mr-quote-content\">\u201eThe reliable separation of original backup and working copy is not a formality, but the foundation for ensuring that digital evidence remains resilient in the proceedings.\u201c<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-zugriffsverbot-und-unzulassigkeit-der-einsichtnahme\">Prohibition of Access and Inadmissibility of Inspection<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>prohibition of access and the inadmissibility of inspection<\/strong> are among the strictest requirements for custody. In principle, the secured data may not be accessed. Inspection is only permissible in clearly regulated exceptional cases resulting from the systematic nature of the seizure.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The legal requirements for permissible access result from the regulations on seizure. You can read more about this on our page regarding the <a href=\"https:\/\/harlander-partner.eu\/en\/criminal-law\/confiscation-of-data-carriers-and-data\/\">seizure of data carriers and data.<\/a> <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This clear restriction serves several functions:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Protection of sensitive data<\/strong>, especially in the case of large and mixed data sets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Avoidance of uncontrolled screening<\/strong> of irrelevant content<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ensuring a fair trial<\/strong>, as only lawfully obtained data may be used<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Clear boundaries for investigative authorities<\/strong>, which safeguard subsequent judicial utilization<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Particularly with digital data carriers, there is a significant risk that far more data is captured than is necessary for the proceedings. The prohibition of access prevents an uncontrolled expansion of the investigation. <\/p>\n    <div class=\"mr-quote mrbg clearfix\">\n        <a class=\"mr-quote-person\" href=\"\/en\/about-us\/sebastian-riedlmair\/\" title=\"Attorney Sebastian Riedlmair\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mr-quote-person-img\" src=\"https:\/\/harlander-partner.eu\/wp-content\/themes\/harlander\/design\/sr100.webp\" width=\"100\"\n                 height=\"100\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Attorney Sebastian Riedlmair\">\n            <span class=\"mr-quote-person-text\">\n            Sebastian Riedlmair<br>\n            <span class=\"mr-quote-person-function\">Harlander &amp; Partner Attorneys<\/span>\n        <\/span>\n        <\/a>\n        <span class=\"mr-quote-content\">\u201eEspecially with extensive data sets, clearly limited access is crucial because it is the only way to maintain the protection of irrelevant and particularly sensitive content.\u201c<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n<a class=\"mr-cta-link mr-cta-button-cal\" href=\"#h2-booking\" title=\"Free initial consultation\"><span class=\"mr-cta-link-normal\">Select your preferred appointment now:<\/span><span class=\"mr-cta-link-bold\">Free initial consultation<\/span><\/a>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-verwahrung-von-datentragern-und-ergebnissen-der-datenaufbereitung\">Custody of Data Carriers and Results of Data Processing<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>custody of data carriers and results of data processing<\/strong> includes not only the physical storage media but also the structured data obtained from them. This ensures that the entire data set playing a role in the proceedings is placed under uniform protection. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Data processing constitutes a separate procedural step in which relevant content is filtered out from large volumes of data. You can read more about this on our page regarding <a href=\"https:\/\/harlander-partner.eu\/en\/criminal-law\/processing-of-data\/\">data processing.<\/a> <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A clear differentiation applies to custody:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Data carriers are kept in custody<\/strong> if a return is not possible<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Processed data remains secured<\/strong>, as it is part of the evidence<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Both are subject to the same protection standards<\/strong> as the original backup and working copy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This creates a <strong>closed system of evidence preservation<\/strong>. From the initial securing to the judicial utilization, the entire data set remains controlled and protected. This is the only way to use digital evidence <strong>reliably and admissibly<\/strong> in criminal proceedings.  <\/p>\n    <div class=\"mr-quote mrbg clearfix\">\n        <a class=\"mr-quote-person\" href=\"\/ueber-uns\/rechtsanwalt-peter-harlander\/\" title=\"Rechtsanwalt Peter Harlander\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mr-quote-person-img\" src=\"https:\/\/harlander-partner.eu\/wp-content\/themes\/harlander\/design\/ph100.webp\" width=\"100\"\n                 height=\"100\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Rechtsanwalt Peter Harlander\">\n            <span class=\"mr-quote-person-text\">\n            Peter Harlander<br>\n            <span class=\"mr-quote-person-function\">Harlander &amp; Partner Rechtsanw\u00e4lte<\/span>\n        <\/span>\n        <\/a>\n        <span class=\"mr-quote-content\">\u201eThose who keep data carriers and processed data in custody do not just secure files, but the traceability of the entire subsequent proceedings.\u201c<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n<a class=\"mr-cta-link mr-cta-button-cal\" href=\"#h2-booking\" title=\"Free initial consultation\"><span class=\"mr-cta-link-normal\">Select your preferred appointment now:<\/span><span class=\"mr-cta-link-bold\">Free initial consultation<\/span><\/a>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-zustandigkeit-der-kriminalpolizei-bis-zur-berichterstattung-0\">Jurisdiction of the Criminal Police until Reporting<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>jurisdiction of the criminal police<\/strong> does not end with the securing of data carriers. As long as the evaluation of the data has not yet been completed, custody remains within their area of responsibility. This applies to the <strong>original backup<\/strong> as well as the <strong>working copies<\/strong> and all other data sets.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The norm clarifies that custody remains with the criminal police until the <strong>reporting on the final evaluation<\/strong>. During this phase, the operational work with the data takes place, which is why particularly strict requirements for <strong>security, access control, and documentation<\/strong> apply. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In practice, this means:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The criminal police bear full responsibility for the custody<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>All protective measures must be consistently maintained<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Access remains strictly limited and traceable<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The data must neither be altered nor inspected in an uncontrolled manner<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is precisely in this phase that it is decided whether digital evidence remains <strong>judicially admissible<\/strong>. Errors in custody have a direct impact on the probative value. <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ubergang-der-verwahrung-an-die-staatsanwaltschaft-0\">Transfer of Custody to the Public Prosecutor&#8217;s Office<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With the <strong>final report<\/strong>, the responsibility for custody passes to the <strong>public prosecutor&#8217;s office<\/strong>. This transition marks the shift from technical evaluation to legal assessment and procedural control. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The jurisdiction changes, but the requirements remain as strict as ever. Even after the transfer, the data must continue to be <strong>secured, unaltered, and protected from unauthorized access<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In essence, this means:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The public prosecutor&#8217;s office takes over full custody<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The existing security measures continue to apply unchanged<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Access remains clearly limited by law<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The data forms the basis for further procedural decisions<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The transition does not serve to loosen the security, but rather to ensure the <strong>seamless continuation of evidence preservation<\/strong> in the next stage of the proceedings.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"mr-quote mrbg clearfix\">\n        <a class=\"mr-quote-person\" href=\"\/en\/about-us\/sebastian-riedlmair\/\" title=\"Attorney Sebastian Riedlmair\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mr-quote-person-img\" src=\"https:\/\/harlander-partner.eu\/wp-content\/themes\/harlander\/design\/sr100.webp\" width=\"100\"\n                 height=\"100\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Attorney Sebastian Riedlmair\">\n            <span class=\"mr-quote-person-text\">\n            Sebastian Riedlmair<br>\n            <span class=\"mr-quote-person-function\">Harlander &amp; Partner Attorneys<\/span>\n        <\/span>\n        <\/a>\n        <span class=\"mr-quote-content\">\u201eWhen custody is transferred to the public prosecutor&#8217;s office, it often becomes clear whether the previous security measures were properly documented and implemented in a legally sound manner.\u201c<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n<a class=\"mr-cta-link mr-cta-button-cal\" href=\"#h2-booking\" title=\"Free initial consultation\"><span class=\"mr-cta-link-normal\">Select your preferred appointment now:<\/span><span class=\"mr-cta-link-bold\">Free initial consultation<\/span><\/a>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-verwahrungsdauer-bis-zur-rechtskraftigen-beendigung-des-strafverfahrens-0\">Duration of Custody until the Final Conclusion of Criminal Proceedings<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>duration of custody<\/strong> is clearly regulated: data carriers, original backups, and working copies must be kept until the <strong>final conclusion of the criminal proceedings<\/strong>. In this way, the law ensures that evidence remains available throughout the entire proceedings. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This duration is deliberately broad. Digital evidence can become relevant again at various stages of the proceedings, such as during court decisions or within the framework of legal remedies. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For practical purposes, this means:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Custody does not end after the evaluation<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Evidence must remain permanently secured<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Even later procedural steps may require access<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The integrity of the data must be guaranteed in the long term<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"h-die-lange-verwahrungsdauer-dient-einem-klaren-zweck-digitale-beweise-mussen-jederzeit-vollstandig-unverandert-und-uberprufbar-zur-verfugung-stehen\">The long duration of custody serves a clear purpose: digital evidence must be available <strong>completely, unaltered, and verifiably<\/strong> at all times.<\/p>\n<a class=\"mr-cta-link mr-cta-button-cal\" href=\"#h2-booking\" title=\"Free initial consultation\"><span class=\"mr-cta-link-normal\">Select your preferred appointment now:<\/span><span class=\"mr-cta-link-bold\">Free initial consultation<\/span><\/a>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ihre-vorteile-mit-anwaltlicher-unterstutzung\">Your Benefits with Legal Assistance<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The custody of data carriers and data may seem purely technical at first glance, but it has significant legal implications. Errors in securing, unauthorized access, or deficient documentation can lead to evidence losing its admissibility or the proceedings taking a completely different direction. It is precisely at this point that <strong>legal representation<\/strong> is crucial.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An early legal assessment creates clarity and prevents crucial errors from going unused. Especially with complex data sets, a <strong>structured and legally sound approach<\/strong> is the key to effective protection of your interests. <\/p>\n<a class=\"mr-cta-link mr-cta-button-cal\" href=\"#h2-booking\" title=\"Free initial consultation\"><span class=\"mr-cta-link-normal\">Select your preferred appointment now:<\/span><span class=\"mr-cta-link-bold\">Free initial consultation<\/span><\/a>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faq-haufig-gestellte-fragen\">FAQ &#8211; Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq uagb-faq__outer-wrap uagb-block-FAQ-VERWAHRUNG-DATENTRAEGER uagb-faq-icon-row uagb-faq-layout-accordion uagb-faq-expand-first-true uagb-faq-inactive-other-true uagb-faq__wrap uagb-buttons-layout-wrap uagb-faq-equal-height     \" data-faqtoggle=\"true\" role=\"tablist\"><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\\\/\\\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\\\/\\\/harlander-partner.eu\\\/en\\\/criminal-law\\\/custody-of-data-carriers-and-data\\\/\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What does custody of data carriers and data in criminal proceedings mean?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Custody means that seized data carriers and the data obtained from them are stored securely. In doing so, authorities must prevent anyone from gaining unauthorized access or making changes. The data remains in a controlled state so that its probative value is preserved. At the same time, it may only be used under narrow legal requirements.   \"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Who is responsible for the custody of the data?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Initially, the criminal police are responsible for custody as long as the evaluation of the data has not yet been completed. After reporting, the public prosecutor's office takes over this task. Both entities must ensure that the data remains protected and unaltered. Responsibility thus changes during the course of the proceedings, but the requirements remain equally strict.   \"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Can the secured data be accessed at any time?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"No, access is generally inadmissible and only allowed in legally regulated exceptional cases. This restriction protects the individuals concerned and prevents an uncontrolled screening of large volumes of data. Authorities must therefore carefully check whether access is legally permissible. Otherwise, this may impair the admissibility of the data.   \"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How long are data carriers and data kept?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Custody usually lasts until the final conclusion of the criminal proceedings. This means that the data remains secured across several procedural stages. This ensures that it is available as evidence at any time. This duty only ends with the final conclusion of the proceedings.   \"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What happens if custody is handled incorrectly?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Errors in custody can have significant consequences because the probative value of the data is impaired as a result. In certain cases, a prohibition of use may arise, for example, if unauthorized access has occurred. The court then examines whether the data may still be used. Therefore, proper custody is of central importance.   \"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Why is legal support useful for digital evidence?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Digital evidence is complex and the legal requirements are strict, which is why errors are often difficult to recognize. A lawyer can check whether custody was handled correctly and whether any legal advantages result from it. At the same time, the significance of the data for the proceedings can be correctly assessed. If uncertainties exist, legal advice is advisable.   \"}}]}<\/script><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-VERWAHRUNG-Q1 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\">What does custody of data carriers and data in criminal proceedings mean?<\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>Custody means that seized data carriers and the data obtained from them are stored securely. In doing so, authorities must prevent anyone from gaining unauthorized access or making changes. The data remains in a controlled state so that its probative value is preserved. At the same time, it may only be used under narrow legal requirements.   <\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-VERWAHRUNG-Q2 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\">Who is responsible for the custody of the data?<\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>Initially, the criminal police are responsible for custody as long as the evaluation of the data has not yet been completed. After reporting, the public prosecutor&#8217;s office takes over this task. Both entities must ensure that the data remains protected and unaltered. Responsibility thus changes during the course of the proceedings, but the requirements remain equally strict.   <\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-VERWAHRUNG-Q3 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\">Can the secured data be accessed at any time?<\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>No, access is generally inadmissible and only allowed in legally regulated exceptional cases. This restriction protects the individuals concerned and prevents an uncontrolled screening of large volumes of data. Authorities must therefore carefully check whether access is legally permissible. Otherwise, this may impair the admissibility of the data.   <\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-VERWAHRUNG-Q4 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\">How long are data carriers and data kept?<\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>Custody usually lasts until the final conclusion of the criminal proceedings. This means that the data remains secured across several procedural stages. This ensures that it is available as evidence at any time. This duty only ends with the final conclusion of the proceedings.   <\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-VERWAHRUNG-Q5 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\">What happens if custody is handled incorrectly?<\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>Errors in custody can have significant consequences because the probative value of the data is impaired as a result. In certain cases, a prohibition of use may arise, for example, if unauthorized access has occurred. The court then examines whether the data may still be used. Therefore, proper custody is of central importance.   <\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-VERWAHRUNG-Q6 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\">Why is legal support useful for digital evidence?<\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>Digital evidence is complex and the legal requirements are strict, which is why errors are often difficult to recognize. 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