Reading Assignment for Section 4.4
Read the following subsection from our online textbook: Section 4.4: Digital Forensics in Drug Crimes.
What You Will Learn
In this section, you’ll explore the evolving role of digital platforms, including the dark web and social media, in drug trafficking. You’ll learn about the forensic tools and methods used to investigate these activities, such as blockchain analysis and mobile device forensics. By the end, you’ll understand the legal and technical challenges of collecting and presenting digital evidence in drug crime cases.
Student Learning Outcomes for Section 4.4: Digital Forensics in Drug Crimes
- SLO 1: Explain how digital platforms, including the dark web and social media, have transformed drug trafficking and the challenges this presents for law enforcement.
- SLO 2: Identify the tools and techniques used in digital forensics, such as blockchain analysis and mobile device forensics, and their application in drug crime investigations.
- SLO 3: Analyze the methods used by law enforcement to investigate dark web drug markets, including the challenges posed by encryption and anonymity.
- SLO 4: Describe the role of social media in facilitating drug transactions and the forensic techniques used to uncover and disrupt these activities.
- SLO 5: Discuss the legal considerations involved in collecting and presenting digital evidence, including the importance of search warrants and adherence to evidentiary standards.
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