Many courts require the government to return seized computers and data storage equipment at a particular time as a condition of issuing the warrant.

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This is true in some cases, particularly when the warrant is for a limited period of time or the government has completed its investigation. However, there may be exceptions where the government can retain the equipment for a longer period of time if it has ongoing investigative or evidentiary needs.

Many Courts Require the Government to Return Seized Computers and Data