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Nelson County OKs $23,862 for local digital-forensics system to speed investigations
Summary
The Board of Supervisors approved $23,862 to buy Sellbrite forensic hardware, software and training so local investigators can extract data from seized phones and laptops without months-long reliance on neighboring jurisdictions, county officials said.
The Nelson County Board of Supervisors voted to fund a local digital-forensics system after prosecutors warned delays in extracting data from seized phones and laptops are hampering serious criminal investigations.
The board approved $23,862 to purchase Sellbrite forensic hardware and software, training for two investigators and a recommended high-capacity laptop, Commonwealth's Attorney (speaker 2) said. "We're at the good graces of Virginia State Police, Albemarle County, Charlottesville, Augusta,…
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