~3-page information security policy template on digital (electronic) forensics.
This policy concerns the collection, analysis and use of forensic evidence relating to/arising from digital data, IT systems, cyber incidents etc. 'Forensic' means suitable for presentation in court, and implies strict controls for gathering/handling, analysing, storing and communicating the evidence.
Digital forensics work must be conducted solely by suitably qualified and competent experts using appropriate digital forensics tools and following formal procedures.
Ineptitude, corner-cutting and careless work can easily discredit and hence destroy the value of forensic evidence, potentially decimating any court cases, disciplinary actions etc. that depend upon it.
Setting-up the organisation to achieve the necessary professionalism and competence is no mean feat, a substantial governance issue in its own right. Even employing third-party forensics specialists is no guarantee that they are in fact competent, capable, diligent and trustworthy (buyer beware!).
Note: this is not legal advice!
Supplied as an MS Word document, readily customised for your organisation's specific situation.
Digital forensics policy
Information security policy template on on digital forensics (eForensics)
See also the policy on incident management