Mobile telephones operate by linking to masts depending on the contract server. The telephone companies retain data as to which masts the telephone connected to at a certain time. Sometimes it is possible to triangulate and find that the telephone was connected to a number of masts. The prosecution often claim that this enables them to place a defendant in an area where a crime was committed.
They are often wrong.
Sometimes it is claimed that the frequency of contact between two telephones, at the time a crime was about to be committed, is evidence of collusion or conspiracy to commit that crime. It is relatively easy to prepare an analysis of the frequency and pattern of telephone calls outside the period leading up to the crime, but unfortunately some lawyers do not carry out this work.
We have IT specialists within our team who can carry out this analysis in a focused manner. Cellsite analysis evidence is a developing and growing science and clients need a lawyer who is keeping up to date with and abreast of the developments.
The limitations on the prosecution’s finances often mean that only part of the work is carried out, and unless the defence understand that far more data or information can and should be analysed, then wrongful convictions can take place.
Mobile telephones operate by linking to masts depending on the contract server.
The telephone companies retain data as to which masts the telephone connected to at a certain time. Sometimes it is possible to triangulate and find that the telephone was connected to a number of masts. The prosecution often claim that this enables them to place a defendant in an area where a crime was committed.
The geographical location, buildings, hills, even trees can affect which masts to which a telephone connects.
Our experts will actually carry out a survey and determine whether what seems to be the obvious mast, is in fact not the nearest mast for the purposes of telephone data. Cellsite analysis produced by the prosecution is often presented by people who are not experts. It is essential to have expert evidence and not rely upon data interpreted by police officers.
We are hugely experienced, capable and have an outstanding track record of success in acting for our clients.
Being accused of a crime is one of the most terrifying and stressful experiences a person will go through. Therefore, it is essential to get the best possible legal representative to argue your case. To speak to a member of our Criminal Defence team, contact us today on 01429 405175.
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