Voice Mail - Discovery

Voice Mail Computer Files

1. Obtain a copy of the voice mail electronic file from the phone service provider.

2. If that is not available, have an investigator access the voice mail from any phone that has a recording device - record the messages including the date, time, from, etc. If you are obtaining the information from a cell phone determine if the phone has a earphone jack. If so then generally a male to male telephone cable will enable you to connect the phone to a recording device or directly into a computer storage device. To support authentication, "write protect" the tape or store on a CD-ROM to prevent erasure or other allegations invloving chain of custody issues.