A process and record that shows who obtained the evidence; where and when the evidence was obtained; who secured the evidence; and who had control or possession of the evidence. The "sequencing" of the chain of evidence follows this order: collection and identification; analysis; storage; preservation; presentation in court; return to owner. (CNSSI-4009) (NISTIR)
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A process and record that shows who obtained the evidence; where and when the evidence was obtained; who secured the evidence; and who had control or possession of the evidence. The "sequencing" of the chain of evidence follows this order: collection and identification; analysis; storage; preservation; presentation in court; return to owner. (CNSSI-4009) (NISTIR)
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Chain Of Evidence. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 14, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/chain-of-evidence
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