Situation
The parties in a legal matter were debating whether extracting text messages from the defendant’s cell phone was worth the effort and cost. After some discussion, the judge ordered the defendant to provide the device for forensic preservation and analysis.
There was, however, one major complication. The court date was just three days away. The phone had to be returned as soon as possible since it was the defendant’s primary means of communication, and the attorney needed at least one full day to review the data before trial to gain any meaningful insight from the messages.
TCDI’s Digital Forensics team preserves and delivers critical text message evidence in
1 day
allowing attorneys to develop a winning strategy before the three-day deadline
Resolution
TCDI’s digital forensics team immediately stepped in to meet the tight deadline. Within four hours, they created a complete forensic image of the cell phone and returned the device to the owner, minimizing disruption to the defendant.
A TCDI forensic analyst then reviewed the preserved data, ran targeted keyword searches, and generated a comprehensive report of relevant text messages. This report was delivered to the attorney the same day, leaving two full days to review and prepare the case strategy.
Impact
The text message report contained critical evidence, including a “smoking gun” message, that played a pivotal role in winning the case. By working quickly and efficiently, TCDI ensured that the attorney had the time and actionable insights necessary to present a compelling argument in court. The fast turnaround maximized the legal team’s ability to use the evidence to their advantage.
