Evidence is a fundamental element of the judicial system, as it plays a critical role in making important legal decisions, whether in criminal or civil cases. The legal analysis of evidence requires precise skills for examining and evaluating various forms of evidence, including physical, verbal, and digital evidence, to ensure that the truth is presented in court. This course covers all aspects of the legal analysis of evidence, including methods of evidence collection, analysis, and presentation in court, with a focus on the legal rules governing the acceptance and effective presentation of evidence. The course aims to enhance participants' ability to handle evidence in a legal and ethical manner, applying the best practices for investigating and evaluating evidence.

Who should attend?

• ·       Lawyers and legal advisors
• ·       Legal professionals specializing in criminal cases
• ·       Criminal investigation officers
• ·       Investigators and specialists in digital forensics
• ·       Law students and those interested in evidence analysis
• ·       Defense and prosecuting attorneys in cases primarily dependent on evidence

Knowledge and Benefits:

After completing the program, participants will be able to master the following:

• ·       Understand the different types of evidence such as physical, verbal, digital, and testimonial, and the role of each in legal cases.
• ·       Apply methods for legally collecting evidence in accordance with ethical standards.
• ·       Analyze evidence systematically to ensure accurate assessment of its credibility and reliability in court.
• ·       Handle digital evidence (such as emails, digital data, and internet records) using modern technological tools.
• ·       Examine witness testimonies and assess their credibility within the context of legal cases.
• ·       Understand the legal rules regarding the acceptance of evidence in court and how to present evidence effectively to support cases.
• ·       Comprehend the mechanisms of legal analysis of evidence in both criminal and civil cases.
• ·       Address the legal and ethical challenges related to evidence, including issues related to manipulation or distortion of evidence.

·       Introduction to Legal Analysis of Evidence:

o   Definition of evidence in law and its types

o   Importance of evidence in investigations and legal proceedings

o   The relationship between evidence and judicial decisions

·       Types of Evidence in Law:

o   Physical evidence: such as weapons, documents, and items used to prove the crime or case

o   Verbal evidence: such as witness testimonies and statements made by individuals

o   Digital evidence: such as evidence related to electronic devices, emails, text messages, internet logs, and more

o   Documentary evidence: such as police reports, expert reports, or any documents containing information from recognized parties or institutions

·       Stages of Evidence Collection:

o   Initial investigation: identifying and collecting appropriate evidence in a legal manner

o   Documentation: how to record evidence, write reports, and store evidence correctly

o   Chain of custody: the importance of maintaining the chain of custody to ensure evidence is not tampered with or altered

·       Physical Evidence Analysis:

o   How to handle various types of physical evidence

o   Methods of examining evidence such as biological, chemical, and physical evidence

o   Determining the authenticity and credibility of physical evidence in the legal context

·       Digital Evidence Analysis:

o   Digital forensics: methods of examining digital devices like computers, smartphones, and electronic records

o   Data extraction: how to extract data from devices and present it as legal evidence

o   Legal challenges related to digital evidence, such as encryption and privacy protection

·       Witness Testimony Analysis:

o   Evaluating the credibility of testimonies and verbal evidence

o   Analyzing contradictions in witness testimonies

o   The impact of human memory and biases on testimony

·       Evidence and Expert Evaluations:

o   The role of experts in analyzing evidence and providing specialized evaluations

o   Types of experts that may be consulted: forensic experts, criminal investigators, digital science experts, etc.

o   Assessing the competence of experts and the credibility of their evidence in court

·       Rules of Evidence Admissibility in Court:

o   Legal rules related to the admissibility of evidence in courts

o   Legal standards such as "the law of evidence" and "evidence exclusion," and determining whether evidence is admissible

o   Legal exceptions: such as evidence that may be excluded due to improper collection (unauthorized searches, threats, etc.)

·       Legal Challenges in Evidence Analysis:

o   Challenges related to misleading or tampered evidence

o   Handling evidence that may be suspicious or unverifiable

o   Challenges associated with digital evidence, such as data deletion or record alteration

·       Presenting Evidence in Court:

o   How to present evidence effectively in court

o   Organizing and presenting evidence in a manner that supports the legal argument

o   Defense and prosecution strategies related to evidence in court