Specific Character of Investigatory Examination in the Investigation of Crimes Committed Involving Crypto Currency

Abstract

The article analyzes the features of the examination in the investigation of crimes committed using crypto currency. Objects of examination are identified, criminalistic recommendations are offered to improve the effectiveness of its results and measures to ensure the safety of the data obtained. It is noted that in cases of crimes committed using crypto currencies, the address of the individual or organization and the location of the used hardware and software can be considered the scene of the crime. Specificity of examination of objects and documents on crimes committed with the use of crypto currencies is that, as a rule, service logs of system and application programs, wallets used to carry out transactions, as well as wallet.dat or other files containing information about e-wallets are subject to examination. During the inspection, it is necessary to pay attention to the fact that the personal computer will be the most important source of forensic information due to the specific nature of the crimes committed.