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{{Organization | {{Organization | ||
|OrganizationName= | |OrganizationName=Regional Computer Forensics Laboratory | ||
|OrganizationType=Government | |OrganizationType=Government | ||
|Mission= | |Mission=To provide digital forensic services and training to law enforcement agencies in support of criminal investigations. The RCFLs aim to enhance the capacity of law enforcement to analyze digital evidence effectively. | ||
|OrganizationExecutive= | |OrganizationExecutive=Not specified | ||
|Employees= | |Employees= | ||
|Budget= | |Budget= | ||
|Website=https://www. | |Website=https://www.rcfl.gov | ||
|Services= | |Services=Digital Forensics; Training; Evidence Examination | ||
|ParentOrganization= | |ParentOrganization=Federal Bureau of Investigation | ||
|CreationLegislation= | |CreationLegislation= | ||
|Regulations= | |Regulations= | ||
|HeadquartersLocation= | |HeadquartersLocation= | ||
|HeadquartersAddress= | |HeadquartersAddress= | ||
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'''Regional Computer Forensics Laboratory (RCFL)''' is a network of full-service digital forensic laboratories and training centers sponsored by the FBI. These labs are devoted to examining digital evidence in support of federal, state, and local law enforcement investigations, enhancing capabilities in areas like terrorism, child exploitation, and cybercrime. | |||
''' | |||
{{Official URL (simple)|url=https://www.rcfl.gov}} | |||
== Mission == | |||
The mission of the Regional Computer Forensics Laboratories is to support law enforcement by providing high-quality digital forensic services, including the examination of digital evidence from computers, mobile devices, and other digital sources. RCFLs also focus on training law enforcement officers to handle digital evidence properly, thereby improving the effectiveness of investigations across various jurisdictions. | |||
The mission of the | |||
== Parent organization == | == Parent organization == | ||
The RCFL program is operated under the auspices of the [https://www.fbi.gov Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)]. The FBI oversees the administration, funding, and operational aspects of these laboratories. | |||
== Legislation == | == Legislation == | ||
There is no specific legislation cited for the creation of the RCFLs; they were established as part of the FBI's broader initiative to support law enforcement through specialized units. | |||
== Partners == | == Partners == | ||
* | |||
* Various local law enforcement agencies across different regions where RCFLs are established contribute personnel and resources. However, specific partners are not uniformly listed but vary by each RCFL location. | |||
== Number of employees == | == Number of employees == | ||
The | |||
The exact number of employees for the entire RCFL network is not publicly disclosed, but each lab has a team made up of FBI-certified examiners and personnel from participating agencies. | |||
== Organization structure == | == Organization structure == | ||
* ''' | |||
* '''Operational Technology Division''' of the FBI oversees the RCFL program, ensuring consistency in operations and standards across different labs. | |||
* Each '''RCFL''' operates with its own local executive board, composed of representatives from participating agencies, which manages daily operations and strategic direction. | |||
* ''' | |||
== List of programs == | == List of programs == | ||
* | |||
* | * Digital Forensic Services | ||
* | * Training Programs for Law Enforcement | ||
* Community Outreach for Digital Evidence Awareness | |||
== Last total enacted budget == | == Last total enacted budget == | ||
Information on the specific budget allocations for the RCFL program is not publicly detailed. | |||
== Leader == | == Leader == | ||
Leadership for each RCFL varies, typically involving a Director or Supervisory Special Agent from the FBI, but names are not universally publicized. | |||
== Services provided == | == Services provided == | ||
RCFLs provide forensic analysis of digital media, including computers, mobile devices, and other digital storage devices. They offer training to law enforcement in digital evidence collection, preservation, and analysis, and support in court with expert testimony related to digital evidence. | |||
== Regulations overseen == | == Regulations overseen == | ||
As part of the FBI, RCFLs do not oversee regulations but must operate within the legal frameworks governing digital evidence and forensic analysis, ensuring the admissibility and integrity of evidence in legal proceedings. | |||
== Headquarters address == | == Headquarters address == | ||
The RCFL program does not have a central headquarters; each lab operates from a location specific to its service area. | |||
== Website == | == Website == | ||
https://www. | |||
https://www.rcfl.gov | |||
== Wikipedia article == | == Wikipedia article == | ||
wikipedia:Regional Computer Forensics Laboratory | |||
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