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Digital Evidence Management for Prosecutors and DA Offices

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Digital Evidence Management for Prosecutors and DA Offices
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Built for Prosecutor Evidence Review and Discovery Workflows

iCrimeFighter is a leading Digital Evidence Management System (DEMS). Here's what it does for you:
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Secure Discovery Sharing
By simplifying digital evidence.
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Police-to-Prosecutor Handoff
All sources, all formats, in one place.
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Case-Based Evidence Review
No more exchanging physical media like CDs, DVDs, or external hard drives.
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Chain of Custody Tracking
Easy to access any time, anywhere.
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Long-Term Digital Evidence Storage
Secure, compliant, and easy to access anytime, anywhere.
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Works With Prosecutor Case Management and Law Enforcement Systems

These partnerships and integrations enable seamless collaboration, efficient data analysis, and secure digital evidence storage, ultimately enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of criminal investigations.
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Why prosecutors love iCrimeFighter

Helps you focus on cases, not managing digital evidence

iCrimeFighter brings all digital evidence together in one place. Bodycam video, phone dumps from forensic extractions, paper scans, and even text messages. It's your an all-in-one digital evidence management solution built to centralize digital evidence and make sharing simple.

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This has simplified our work and process so much, not to mention that of our law enforcement partners.
iCrimeFighter simplifies e-discovery for prosecutors with secure platforms. Easily manage and present digital evidence from various sources for legal professionals, enhancing case outcomes.
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Files added weekly
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Users
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900+
Agencies
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States (and growing)
Why prosecutors love iCrimeFighter

Helps you focus on cases, not managing digital evidence

iCrimeFighter brings all digital evidence together, in one place. Bodycam videos, phone dumps (forensic extractions), paper scans, even text messages. It’s your all-in-one digital evidence solution that holds everything and it makes sharing simple.

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This has simplified our work and process so much, not to mention that of our law enforcement partners.
iCrimeFighter simplifies e-discovery for prosecutors with secure platforms. Easily manage and present digital evidence from various sources for legal professionals, enhancing case outcomes.
Decorative icon: iCrimeFighter: innovation in evidence management for law enforcement.
1,000,000
Files added weekly
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5,000+
Active users
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900+
Counties
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22
States (and growing)
Enhance digital evidence collection for law enforcement with iCrimeFighter. Manage and streamline body camera evidence alongside other digital assets, ensuring secure data sharing in investigations.
Why law enforcement loves iCrimeFighter too!

Gets the most out of your bodycams iCrimeFighter seamlessly integrates with all major RMS systems and body-worn camera systems. Sharing and managing body camera footage becomes significantly easier for you. In short - you get more out of your existing tools.

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Built by officers expanded for prosecuting attorneys. iCrimeFighter can help you streamline your workflow.
Built by officers expanded for prosecuting attorneys. iCrimeFighter can help you streamline your workflow.
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Hear from those who’ll never go back
We often hear “I can’t believe how I managed without iCrimeFighter” from prosecutors. As a small team, we’re proud to have transformed how prosecutors and law enforcement across the nation work. Hear from some of them below.
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We viewed several products before selecting iCrimefighter and all stakeholders have been very happy that we chose iCrimefighter. It has worked very well for Officers and Deputies, Evidence and Records Staff as well as our Prosecutor's Office.
KPD uses digital evidence management for secure data sharing. A digital evidence management system, improving efficiency for investigation and prosecution.
Jeff Dowling
Property and Evidence Supervisor
Kearney Police Department
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A recent update is iCrimeFighter  “talks” to our case management system, Prosecutor by Karpel (PbK),  and this allows staff to access any discovery in iCrimeFighter through PbK, when a case is entered into iCrimeFighter.
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Renee Sanofsky
Victim Witness Coordinator
Fergus County
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We at the Converse County Sheriff's Office are EXTREMELY pleased we went with iCrimefighter and would strongly recommend this to any law enforcement agency facing the issues of digital evidence management.
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Established in 2011 in MN, iCrimeFighter has earned the trust of over 900 agencies throughout the United States. Our solution enables those who protect America to focus less on administrative tasks and more on what they do best - keeping our communities safe. We are proud to use technology to empower those who protect us.
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iCrimeFighter provides outstanding customer support. We pride ourselves on supporting justice and realize the work we do protects citizens such as ourselves.
Our support team is available around the clock and is happy to help you with whatever issue you’re facing.

After all, crime doesn't follow a 9-to-5 schedule.
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Fully digital
With iCrimeFighter, you don’t need to burn CDs, DVDs, thumb drives, or utilize external hard drives or paper to work with other offices and agencies.
Data privacy compliance is paramount! Explore iCrimeFighter's robust DEMS, ensuring the security and integrity of digital evidence. This digital evidence management system streamlines data retention.
Single evidence window
A virtual drive which collates all digital evidence related to the case. You can collect, store, and share from here.
Secure access to your digital evidence is key. iCrimeFighter provides top-tier security, digital evidence collection tools, and robust data privacy compliance. Prioritize protection for all your data.
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Our solution is available any time, anywhere. Just log in via a web browser and you’re set.
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Comprehensive chain of custody history, tracking lifecycle from collection to courtroom presentation.
The future is cloud-based. Embrace iCrimeFighter's CJIS compliant cloud storage and streamlined digital evidence collection. Ensure data privacy compliance and optimize your legal workflow.
Unlimited storage
Store as many files as your case needs, no matter the size.
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Need that digital evidence in the courtroom urgently? You can bring it up on your phone as well.
Security and Compliance for Prosecutor Digital Evidence Workflows
Underlying this easy-to-use interface is technology designed to host highly sensitive data. We go above and beyond required compliance to make sure your data is safe at all times.
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CJIS-compliant. Experience the security of a leading digital evidence management system from iCrimeFighter. Maintain data privacy compliance, and streamline law enforcement operations.
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Want to save time managing digital evidence?
We would love to help you as we have for prosecutor offices and law enforcement agencies across the nation. Book a live demo today and we’ll take you through the tool and answer any questions you may have.
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Share discovery with ease

iCrimeFighter for Prosecutors is a DEMS made specifically for Prosecutors. Receive evidence from multiple sources, view files without downloading anything and share discovery with the click of a button.

No burning, printing or shipping of media

iCrimeFighter for Prosecutors allows you to receive and share evidence without burning and shipping media. The files are stored in a secure cloud and instantly available to anyone you share with.

Maintains comprehensive chain of custody history

iCrimeFighter for Prosecutors provides a comprehensive chain of custody, tracking its lifecycle from collection to courtroom presentation. This ensures the integrity and credibility of digital evidence.

View files all in one place, without downloading or needing software

iCrimeFighter for Prosecutors allows you to access and view all files centrally, eliminating the need for downloading or installing additional software. This streamlined approach ensures efficient and seamless file management, enhancing productivity and case handling efficiency.

Best in class support

iCrimeFighter for Prosecutors offers best-in-class support, ensuring users receive prompt, expert assistance for any queries or issues. This superior level of customer service guarantees a smooth, uninterrupted experience, enhancing overall user satisfaction and system reliability.

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Share discovery with ease

iCrimeFighter for Prosecutors is a DEMS made specifically for Prosecutors. Receive evidence from multiple sources, view files without downloading anything and share discovery with the click of a button.

No burning, printing or shipping of media

iCrimeFighter for Prosecutors allows you to receive and share evidence without burning and shipping media. The files are stored in a secure cloud and instantly available to anyone you share with.

Maintains comprehensive chain of custody history

iCrimeFighter for Prosecutors provides a comprehensive chain of custody, tracking its lifecycle from collection to courtroom presentation. This ensures the integrity and credibility of digital evidence.

View files all in one place, without downloading or needing software

iCrimeFighter for Prosecutors allows you to access and view all files centrally, eliminating the need for downloading or installing additional software. This streamlined approach ensures efficient and seamless file management, enhancing productivity and case handling efficiency.

Best in class support

iCrimeFighter for Prosecutors offers best-in-class support, ensuring users receive prompt, expert assistance for any queries or issues. This superior level of customer service guarantees a smooth, uninterrupted experience, enhancing overall user satisfaction and system reliability.

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Unlock the power of iCrimeFighter today! Schedule your personalized demo now to see how our cutting-edge solutions can transform your prosecution process.

How to Share Large Video Evidence Files Securely

An eight-hour patrol shift routinely generates 50 gigabytes of 1080p body-cam footage. Throw in three hours of CCTV video from a nearby convenience store, dashcam clips, interview room recordings, and a complete cell phone extraction, and a single felony case can easily top several hundred gigabytes of digital media.

Getting those massive files out of the station house and into the hands of prosecutors, public defenders, and court clerks is one of the thorniest operational bottlenecks in public safety today.

1. Legacy file-transfer habits typically crash under modern media volume.
2. Email attachments stop at a measly 25 megabytes.
3. Basic consumer cloud drives cannot meet strict law enforcement security standards.
4. Burning files to DVDs or copying them to USB drives can waste thousands of dollars a year, risk malware, and leave the chain of custody open to human error or lost hardware.

To move large video files efficiently, police departments and prosecutors benefit from a modern, dedicated digital pipeline built for heavy media, one that preserves file integrity, simplifies the transfer process, and offers security controls designed to support CJIS-aligned workflows alongside the agency’s internal policies and administrative controls.
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The Operational Bottlenecks of Sharing Police Video Evidence

Moving digital media across agency lines creates technical and legal headaches that standard commercial file-sharing platforms are not equipped to handle.

Network Bandwidth and Storage Capping

High-definition 1080p and 4K footage creates multi-gigabyte files that choke municipal networks and crash local email servers. Attempting to upload or email raw video files through standard city portals almost always leads to timed-out servers or rejected file notifications.

The Cybersecurity Hazards of Physical Drives

For years, agencies relied on burning video onto DVDs or dropping files onto hard drives. Beyond the recurring budget hit for blank discs and USBs, physical drives present real cyber risks. Plugging unknown USB drives from citizens, victims, or external businesses into department computers opens agency networks to potential malware and ransomware threats.

Administrative Friction and Delays

Physical media workflows burn valuable labor hours:

Evidence Tech Workloads: Support staff waste hours sitting at burning stations waiting for heavy video files to render onto discs.

Delivery Bottlenecks: Transporting physical discs and hard drives, often via mail or courier, can add extra administrative steps and slow down the pre-trial preparation process.

Compliance and Chain of Custody Liabilities

If the police use the commercial cloud storage services like Dropbox, WeTransfer, or Google Drive folders for sharing their video footage, it could leave the department liable since the commercially used cloud storage solutions do not have CJIS compliant infrastructure or CJIS background-checked staff members.

Non-Negotiable Requirements for Secure Video Transfer

Before choosing a digital transfer platform, agency leadership and prosecution teams should confirm the system meets these core operational and security standards.

Cryptographic File Verification (SHA-256)

When a video lands in a digital evidence system, the software must instantly calculate a unique mathematical fingerprint known as a cryptographic hash (such as SHA-256). Every time the file is viewed, shared, or transferred, the hash is re-checked. If even a single frame or bit of metadata changes, the hash changes, flagging potential tampering immediately.

CJIS Compliance and Strong Encryption

All secure video evidence sharing must adhere strictly to the FBI’s Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Security Policy. This requires FIPS 140-2 validated encryption for data both at rest and in transit, multi-factor authentication (MFA) for every user login, and strict identity management.

Adaptive In-Browser Streaming

Downloading a 40-gigabyte body-cam file to a desktop computer takes time and hogs local network bandwidth. Cloud-native digital evidence platforms solve this using zero-footprint web streaming. Prosecutors and investigators can stream high-definition video directly inside a browser without downloading massive files to local hard drives.

Role-Based Access Controls and Immutable Audit Trails

Agencies must maintain tight control over who views, downloads, or forwards digital evidence. Modern systems enforce Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), restricting file visibility to personnel actively assigned to the case. Additionally, every system event, from watching a 10-second clip to exporting a case file, is recorded in an unalterable audit log to preserve courtroom admissibility under rules of digital evidence.

Comparing Digital Evidence Transfer Methods

Side-by-side comparison reveals why dedicated cloud-based digital evidence management systems are rapidly replacing legacy file-transfer methods.

Feature / Capability

Physical Discs & USB Drives

Consumer Cloud Tools

Dedicated Cloud DEMS

File Capacity

Capped by disc or drive size.
Restricted by commercial tier.
Scalable cloud storage.

Playback Speed

Slow (requires physical/mail delivery).
Fast upload, variable download.
Instant browser streaming.

CJIS Compliance

Depends on local storage setup.
Uncertified / non-compliant.
Built-in CJIS infrastructure.

Chain of Custody

Paper logs or manual sign-outs.
Basic file-modified dates.
Automated cryptographic logging.

Defense Discovery

Hand delivery or certified mail.
Insecure public links.
Time-limited, audited portals.

Cybersecurity Risk

High (malware via USB drives).
Variable (public access risks).
Isolated cloud staging environment.

Hardware Neutrality

Requires manual conversion.
Manual upload required.
Native multi-format support.

Step-by-Step: A Secure Police-to-Prosecutor Video Transfer Workflow

Using a digital video workflow not only makes daily interactions smoother but also builds a defensible chain of custody.

Step 1: Ingestion and Baseline Hashing

Officers, evidence techs, or external witnesses upload raw footage directly into a cloud digital evidence workspace. Upon receipt, the system automatically runs an SHA-256 hash calculation to lock in the initial chain of custody.

Step 2: Master Case ID Association

Uploaded video files are mapped directly to the agency's master incident or RMS case number. This keeps all video clips, audio logs, photos, and documents tied to that incident neatly organized inside a single digital case folder.

Step 3: Generating Secure Access Links

When the team is ready to hand the case over for legal review, the investigating officer generates a secure, time-limited link or grants direct access to the prosecutor’s office. The system keeps a tight log of this handoff, automatically tracking who shared the files, who opened them, and exactly when their access window closes to ensure complete accountability.

Step 4: Browser Review and Audited Discovery

The agencies should ensure enough caution is exercised in granting access to view, download, and/or distribute the digital evidence. In the case of iCrimeFighter, role based access control has been used in ensuring that only the assigned investigators can access the files related to each individual case. Furthermore, any action ranging from viewing a 10-second clip to exporting the whole case file is recorded in an immutable log.

Simplifying Civilian and Community Video Ingestion

Managing digital evidence isn't limited to officer body-cams. Investigations routinely rely on bystander smartphone clips, residential doorbell footage, and commercial security video.

Without a secure digital intake tool, officers spend hours driving to commercial sites with portable hard drives or asking citizens to email large files. Modern digital evidence platforms streamline public intake:

Direct Witness Upload Links

Officers provide a secure upload link or QR code allowing witnesses to upload videos,photos, or documents directly from their smartphones in seconds.

Dynamic Scene-Specific QR Codes

Detectives post or display a dynamic QR code at active crime scenes, letting neighbors and witnesses submit files directly into the active case file.

How iCrimeFighter Simplifies Secure Video Evidence Sharing

Upgrading your agency's digital evidence capabilities doesn't require replacing your existing IT setup or buying proprietary hardware. iCrimeFighter provides a hardware-neutral Digital Evidence Management System (DEMS) designed to streamline heavy media transfers for officers, investigators, prosecutors, and legal teams.

Since iCrimeFighter is hardware agnostic, organizations can ingest media from any body-worn cameras, dashcams, interview rooms, or citizen cell phones into a CJIS-compliant cloud infrastructure.

Fast In-Browser Playback

Stream high-quality body-worn camera and surveillance recordings instantaneously in any web browser without downloading them first.

Hardware Neutrality

Ingest video data from any hardware provider without using specialized viewers.

Community Uploads & QR Codes

Utilize secure upload links or QR codes that allow citizens and business owners to easily submit videos and other digital evidence directly to the agency.

Audited Defense Portals

Provide defense attorneys with discovery documents through time-controlled access links that log every view and download.

CJIS-Compliant Infrastructure

Safeguard sensitive media assets within a secure cloud infrastructure utilizing cryptographic hashes, role-based access control, and robust encryption to support agency compliance requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

How large can video files be when using a cloud DEMS?

Cloud-based digital evidence management systems use scalable storage, which allows law enforcement and legal departments to upload and manage gigabyte or terabyte-size files without facing any artificial limits on file sizes.

Why can't our agency use standard consumer cloud tools for police video?

Consumer-grade cloud storage usually lacks CJIS certification, CJIS-compliant customer support staff, and cryptographic hash checks necessary to prove in court that the video file was not tampered with.

How do expiring access links improve digital evidence security?

Expiring links ensure that external recipients, such as outside expert witnesses or defense attorneys, only retain file access for a designated time window. Once that period ends, access revokes automatically without requiring manual IT oversight.

Can citizens submit large security camera feeds directly to investigators?

Yes. Using secure upload links or QR codes, business owners and citizens can upload large video files directly into iCrimeFighter eliminating network risks associated with plugging physical USB drives into department hardware.

How does digital transfer preserve the legal chain of custody?

Digital evidence management systems track viewings, streams, downloads, and sharing events in an automated, detailed audit log. Combined with cryptographic SHA-256 hash verification, this supports a defensible chain of custody record and helps agencies demonstrate file integrity from initial intake through trial.

Every piece of digital evidence. One place.

BWCs, mobile extractions, photos, and more. One secure platform with a complete audit trail.
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