Injustice for All with Robert Simels

FBI Evidence Mishandling - The Truth Behind Major Case Failures


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In this episode of 'Injustice for All,' the host discusses the importance of aggressive litigation in legal defense and prosecution, referencing past discussions like the Ghislaine Maxwell case. He introduces Rick Kiper, a former FBI agent and expert on the FBI's Computer Analysis Response Team (CART). Kiper discusses the role and procedures of CART, emphasizing the strict protocols for handling digital evidence to ensure integrity. The conversation shifts to specific cases, including the controversial handling of evidence in the Keith Ranieri case and the prosecution of Nicole Daedone and Rachel Cherwitz. Kiper details how mishandling by FBI agents, particularly failing to follow procedures like using right-blockers and maintaining the chain of custody, compromised the integrity of evidence. He also touches on the broader implications of these flaws for the criminal justice system, stressing the need for transparency and due process. The episode concludes with a teaser for future discussions on whistleblowing and modern surveillance technologies.


00:00 Introduction and Importance of Aggressiveness in Litigation

02:08 Updates on the Ghislaine Maxwell Case

04:57 Department of Justice Controversies

06:41 Introducing Rick Kiper: Former FBI Agent

07:38 Rick Kiper's Expertise and Role in the FBI

11:46 Understanding the FBI's CART Team

19:06 Chain of Custody and Evidence Handling

26:46 Case Study: US v. Keith Ranieri

43:15 Chain of Custody Issues in the Ranieri Case

44:14 Forensic Examiner's Testimony and Evidence Handling

45:29 Consequences for Agents' Procedural Failures

46:44 Defense's Efforts and Trial Judge's Response

47:51 Involvement of Alan Dershowitz and Further Case Analysis

48:14 Introduction to the Daedone and Cherwitz Case

49:10 Agent McGinnis' Role and Evidence Mishandling

50:37 Forensic Procedures and Evidence Handling Protocols

01:01:48 Agent Schmidt's Involvement and Further Mishandling

01:05:50 Speculations on Agents' Intentions

01:06:49 Conclusions on Evidence Handling in Daedone and Cherwitz Case

01:13:00 Confidential Human Sources and Informants

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Injustice for All with Robert SimelsBy Robert Simels