Synopsis "Online Investigations: Snapchat"
Snapchat messages. Are they really deleted?Snapchat is one of the most popular applications for sending 'self-destructing' text messages and images. For patrol officers, school resource officers, gang officers, general crimes detectives, and narcotics officers, this one of a kind guide provides law enforcement officers with all of the tools needed to successfully investigate cases involving Snapchat. Written in a non-technical, easy to understand format, ONLINE INVESTIGATIONS: Snapchat offers actionable techniques, tactics, and tools that can be implemented immediately. Investigative techniques are covered step-by-step including proper identification of Snapchat accounts, evidence preservation techniques, forensic options and sample downloadable search warrant template language. Topics include: Snapchat Features-Messages, Images, and Money Transfer ServicesWhat Information Does Snapchat Have?-Personally Identifying Information, Usage Information, Device Information, and Financial InformationRecovering 'Deleted' Snapchat Messages-Forensics, Exploring Third Party Applications, and Court OrderLegal Process-Properly Identifying Accounts, Alternate Identification Methods, Out-of-State Jurisdiction, Exigent Circumstances, Preservation Letters, Subpoenas, Court Orders, and Search WarrantsBONUS: Free, Downloadable Snapchat Search Warrant Templates"All of the kids at my school are using this app. I thought it was impossible to recover any of the messages or pictures. Now I know what my options are."-School Resource Officer, Sacramento"It was nice to know that even when the messages have been deleted they may still be recoverable from the device. I can use the tools and techniques discussed in this book to attempt a forensic recovery or an alternative method."-Forensic Examiner, Anaheim"It doesn't matter if you have been doing social media investigations a long time or if you are just starting out. It doesn't matter if you come from a large law enforcement agency or a small one, this book contains everything you need to work cases involving Snapchat."-Gang Officer, Colorado SpringsDon't let another case go unsolved because the messages 'disappered.' Get ONLINE INVESTIGATIONS: Snapchat today.
