New Year, Better Evidence: Why Chain of Custody is Your Best Asset in 2026
As we step into a new year, legal teams across Northern California are resetting their dockets and refining their strategies. But while the calendar has turned, some challenges remain steadfast. In our increasingly digital and decentralized world, critical evidence seems to vanish more often than ever.
A deleted text thread that could prove liability. A key witness who's suddenly unreachable. These gaps don't just create stress—they stall progress, drain resources, and put favorable outcomes at risk.
The Admissibility Gap
In legal practice, finding evidence is only half the battle. The real challenge? Ensuring it's admissible in court.
With so many DIY digital tools available today, it's tempting to rely on a simple screenshot or cloud backup. But California courts maintain rigorous standards for digital integrity. If the chain of custody is compromised or extraction methods fall short, even your most compelling evidence can be excluded.
From the Field to the Courtroom
At Hat Creek Solutions LLC, we bring a veteran's attention to detail to every case. With nearly 20 years of experience in Northern California law enforcement, our founder knows that a strong case starts with a solid foundation.
Based in Northern California, we specialize in two critical areas that often determine case outcomes:
Digital Forensics: We recover "lost" or deleted data from mobile devices and computers while maintaining the strict, court-ready chain of custody that California courts require.
Witness Locating: We find those hard-to-reach individuals whose testimony is essential to moving your case toward resolution.
Don't Let Your Case Stall
The new year offers a perfect opportunity to audit your current caseload. Is there a matter that's been dragging on because a crucial piece of the puzzle is missing?
Our mission is straightforward: provide the forensic expertise and investigative persistence you need to keep your cases moving forward. We don't just find the data—we ensure it stands up to expert scrutiny in court.
Ready to Move Forward?
Is missing evidence holding back one of your cases? Don't wait for the next discovery deadline. Contact Hat Creek Solutions LLC today for a professional assessment of whether your lost data or witness can be recovered.