With the advent of various technological advancements, law enforcement efforts in investigating and prosecuting crime have been met with positive results. However, with every advantage comes a disadvantage. Criminals have also benefited from these technologies and use the same advancements that law enforcement employs during the commission of their crimes, or as a tool for their crimes (this is evidenced in computer-related offenses and the misuse of the internet).
In a 3- to 4-page paper (excluding title and reference pages), complete the following:
· Summarize the advantages of computers/software and the use of computer technology in investigations.
· Summarize the disadvantages to law enforcement with respect to the advancements of computers.
· Research a case where a computer was used to aid in the commission of a crime.
· Research a case where the use of a computer was beneficial to the prosecution in a criminal case.
· Provide a final conclusion/paragraph that addresses your subjective opinion as to whether these technologies, in an overall sense, are of benefit or a hindrance to law enforcement efforts.