Authors : Hritul Rawat; Aaryan Rawat

Volume/Issue : Volume 8 - 2023, Issue 12 - December

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.10444007

Abstract : The advancement of technology in this article revolves around the ground – breaking technology known as blockchain technology. Any system’s security, dependability and accuracy could be improved with the use of this technology. In the legal sector began expressing interests in using blockchain to guarantee the security and authenticity of stored evidences because of this technology. It guarantees the security of data, trackable records and tamper proof platform. Moreover, in criminal investigation, the recording of confession statements is highly sensitive crime data, which requires a cautious technology to prevent it from getting tampered with or manipulated by any malicious act of another. Thereby, blockchain technology is the only introduced technology in today’s era that provides the required services of tamper – proof platform, the security of database and the unalterable and transparent recording of evidence. This paper proposes the benefits of the use of this technology as well as some of challenges and limitations that come with its use. In addition, this article suggests creating clear guidelines and regulations for the efficacious use of blockchain technology in criminal confessions. Moreover, the paper suggests conducting additional research and pilot projects to educate all the parties involved in the criminal justice system about blockchain technology and foster cooperation and information sharing among jurisdiction and agencies. Ultimately, the involvement of blockchain will only strengthen the legal system.

Keywords : Blockchain Technology, Criminal Investigation, Secure, Cryptography, Tamper-Proof, Decentralized.