Compare claimed source metadata with the file actually produced
Key facts
- Human involvement
- YellowClose supervision
- How AI is used
- Put the filename, hash, capture time, device, and sender claimed in the cover sheet beside the same fields read from the file. Flag every field that does not match. Do not decide whether the exhibit is authentic.
- What the lawyer must review
- Authenticity is Federal Rule of Evidence 901(a): evidence sufficient to support a finding that the item is what the proponent claims. A certification under Rule 902(13) or 902(14) still needs a qualified person and the Rule 902(11) notice. Open the file itself. Formal Opinion 512 requires you to review tool output before anyone relies on it.
- Written for / version
- United States versionUS
Who does what
| Role | What they do |
|---|---|
| Assistance | Potential support includes identifying points for review. Confirm the tool’s capability and permitted scope. |
| Lawyer | Set the scope, supervise the work closely, verify every part relied on, resolve omissions and exceptions, and approve the exact output. |
Checklist
- Preserve original files and relevant metadata. Document provenance and handling, and seek forensic review where authenticity needs to be resolved.
- Confirm the output against the client’s instructions and the complete relevant source material, including omissions or contradictions.
- Resolve exceptions and record the responsible lawyer’s approval of the exact output and intended use.