Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI v10) — Question 224

Debbie has obtained a warrant to search a known pedophile's house. Debbie went to the house and executed the search warrant to seize digital devices that have been recorded as being used for downloading illicit images. She seized all digital devices except a digital camera. Why did she not collect the digital camera?

Answer options

• A. The digital camera was not listed as one of the digital devices in the warrant
• B. Debbie overlooked the digital camera because it is not a computer system
• C. The digital camera was old. had a cracked screen, and did not have batteries. Therefore, it could not have been used in a crime.
• D. The vehicle Debbie was using to transport the evidence was already full and could not carry more items

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because the digital camera was not specifically listed in the warrant, which means Debbie was not authorized to seize it. Options B and C are incorrect because the classification of the camera or its condition does not justify leaving it behind if it was relevant to the investigation. Option D is also incorrect as it does not address the legal basis for the decision regarding the camera.