Digital Evidence and Its Admissibility in Indian Criminal Trials

Garima Juneja, Ayushi Bhardwaj

Abstract: The rapid digitization of society has essentially transformed the landscape of crook investigations and judicial complaints in India. virtual proof, encompassing digital records stored or transmitted in binary shape, has emerged as a critical aspect in present day criminal trials. This paper examines the evolution, legal framework, demanding situations, and judicial interpretation of virtual proof admissibility in Indian crook courts. thru an evaluation of statutory provisions, landmark judgments, and procedural requirements, this looks at explores how Indian jurisprudence has tailored to accommodate technological development whilst making sure the integrity of the crook justice system. The studies famous that even as India has installed a strong legal framework through the records generation Act, 2000, and next amendments to the Indian evidence Act, 1872, significant challenges persist within the series, maintenance, and presentation of virtual proof. The paper concludes with hints for strengthening the virtual proof environment in Indian criminal jurisprudence.

Keywords: virtual evidence, Cybercrime, Indian evidence Act, facts generation Act, electronic evidence, criminal procedure

How to Cite?: Garima Juneja, Ayushi Bhardwaj, "Digital Evidence and Its Admissibility in Indian Criminal Trials", Volume 14 Issue 8, August 2025, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1451-1455, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR25825184625, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR25825184625