Police can be liable for damages to computer data seized during the investigation of a local business.

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If police seize computer data during an investigation, they are required to follow proper procedures to ensure the data is not damaged or destroyed. If they fail to follow these procedures and damage the data, they can be held liable for any resulting damages. This was established in the landmark case of Vogel v. State of Maryland in 1974.

Police Can Be Liable for Damages to Computer Data Seized