Evidence Chain Desk — Chain of Custody Command
Evidence Chain Desk is a secure chain-of-custody management app for law enforcement, with unique IDs, QR labels, transfers, and immutable audit history.
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About Evidence Chain Desk — Chain of Custody Command
Evidence Chain Desk is a specialized chain-of-custody management application designed for law enforcement agencies, forensic teams, and legal professionals who require airtight documentation of evidence handling. The app provides a complete digital solution for tracking evidence from the moment of collection through every transfer, storage, and court presentation. With unique evidence IDs, QR code labels, and an immutable audit trail, Evidence Chain Desk ensures that every interaction with evidence is recorded, timestamped, and verifiable, meeting the strictest legal standards.
The core of Evidence Chain Desk is its robust evidence tracking system. Each piece of evidence is assigned a unique ID and a corresponding QR label, which can be printed and attached to physical evidence. Officers can log evidence intakes, record custody transfers between personnel, and document storage in designated evidence rooms or lockers. The app captures essential details such as dates, times, and authorized signatures, creating a comprehensive chain-of-custody timeline. This level of detail is critical for maintaining the integrity of evidence and ensuring its admissibility in court.
One of the standout features of Evidence Chain Desk is its immutable audit history. Every action taken within the app—whether it's a transfer, a seal, or an access event—is recorded in a tamper-evident log. This audit trail is stored in an encrypted IndexedDB database within the user's browser, ensuring that data is secure and cannot be altered retroactively. The app also generates professional PDF chain-of-custody reports, which can be shared with prosecutors, defense attorneys, or presented as evidence in court. These reports provide a clear, chronological record of every step in the evidence's journey.
Evidence Chain Desk is designed with the modern law enforcement workflow in mind. It offers a dashboard with key performance indicators, a matter management system for organizing cases, a docket timeline for tracking legal deadlines, and an evidence library for quick access to all items. The app also includes task management and deadline cockpit features to help teams stay on top of critical dates. While the app is built for professional use, it is also accessible and easy to learn, with a clean interface and intuitive navigation.
Security is paramount in evidence management, and Evidence Chain Desk delivers. All data is stored locally in the user's browser using encrypted IndexedDB, meaning no data leaves the device unless the user explicitly exports a report. The app requires no sign-up or login, ensuring that it can be deployed quickly without compromising security. It also works offline, making it suitable for use in the field or in environments with limited connectivity. For law enforcement agencies seeking a reliable, user-friendly, and secure chain-of-custody solution, Evidence Chain Desk is an indispensable tool.
Key features
- ✦ Unique evidence IDs with QR code label generation
- ✦ Immutable audit history with timestamped entries
- ✦ Custody transfer recording with authorized signatures
- ✦ Encrypted IndexedDB local storage for data security
- ✦ PDF chain-of-custody report generation
- ✦ Matter management for organizing cases
- ✦ Task and deadline tracking dashboard
- ✦ Offline functionality and no sign-up required
Use cases
- → Police officers logging evidence at crime scenes
- → Forensic labs tracking samples through analysis
- → Evidence custodians managing storage and access
- → Prosecutors verifying chain of custody for trial
- → Defense attorneys auditing evidence handling
- → Legal teams preparing court exhibits with PDF reports
FAQ
Is Evidence Chain Desk free to use?
Yes, Evidence Chain Desk is completely free. It runs as a single HTML file in your browser with no subscription or licensing fees.
Do I need to sign up or create an account?
No, there is no sign-up required. You can simply open the app and start logging evidence immediately.
How is data stored and secured?
All data is stored locally in your browser using encrypted IndexedDB. This means your data never leaves your device and is protected from unauthorized access.
Can I generate reports for court?
Yes, the app includes a PDF report generator that creates professional chain-of-custody documents suitable for legal proceedings.
Does the app work offline?
Yes, Evidence Chain Desk works completely offline. You can use it in the field or in areas with no internet connection.
Can I customize the QR labels?
The app generates QR labels with the evidence ID and other relevant details. You can print them as-is for physical attachment.
Is there a way to track multiple cases at once?
Absolutely. The Matters feature allows you to organize evidence and activities by case, making it easy to manage multiple investigations simultaneously.