Mission Darkness™ Charge Preserve Evidence Bag
The First-of-its-Kind Evidence Bag to Integrate Charging Capabilities
Integrated USB Tip, Tamper-Evident Seal, and Hermetic Protection for Secure Evidence Preservation and Charging
The Mission Darkness™ Charge Preserve Evidence Bag is the ultimate solution for law enforcement and digital forensic teams to properly preserve and charge seized electronic devices, such as cell phones. What sets the Charge Preserve Evidence Bag apart from standard evidence bags is its integrated USB cable tip, allowing internal connection to an external power source or forensic tool without compromising the integrity of the physical evidence. The hermetically sealed enclosure preserves the physical evidence associated with the device that might be important to the forensic analysis process, such as blood, hair follicle, semen, fingerprint, etc., while also providing a portable solution for USB connectivity to the device. This innovative design is patent pending.
The cable is securely integrated into the tail-like sleeve section of the bag, effectively preventing contaminants from entering or escaping. Available cable tip options include USB-C, USB Micro, and USB Lightning, accommodating a wide range of modern devices. These cables are lab-tested and UL-certified, ensuring a reliable and high-quality connection. In contrast, attempting to install a cable in a standard evidence bag by piercing the bag or allowing it to protrude through the closure seal would compromise the hermetic seal, leading to potential contamination and jeopardizing the evidence's admissibility in legal proceedings.
Made from PET+PE material with a thickness of .08mm (3mil), this single-use, tamper-evident, transparent evidence bag ensures both durability and visibility for handling sensitive digital evidence. There are instructions and note-taking fields on the front side related to both the recovery and power connection to document chain of custody movement. A cut line at the bottom of the bag allows for opening the evidence bag for various stages of analysis. This cut line may be resealable with tape to allow the evidence to maintain proper chain of custody.
Designed specifically for law enforcement and forensic applications, the Charge Preserve Evidence Bag addresses a crucial need within the industry. Keeping the device live prevents lockout mode and reduces the time needed to break a passcode, enabling maximum data extraction and unlocking with tools like GrayKey, Cellebrite, XRY, BlackBag, and Oxygen. The 9" W x 12" L bag fits all cell phone models (including thick cases), small tablets, and similarly sized devices. Trust in the durability, functionality, and innovative design of the Charge Preserve Evidence Bag for your digital evidence preservation needs.
If RF Shielding Capabilities are Required
If the device requires RF shielding while it is inside the Charge Preserve Evidence Bag, you can place it inside the Mission Darkness Charge & Shield Faraday Bag, which includes a dual-sided USB filter in the bag, compatible with the USB cable tip installed in the evidence bag. The transparent window on the front side of the faraday bag allows you to view the device state and notes written on the evience bag.
When the bags are used together, the system offers an optimal solution for preserving digital and physical evidence simultaneously. This combination ensures that devices remain shielded from radio frequency (RF) signals while connected to external resources (such as a portable battery, power outlet, or forensic tool), protecting both the data and the device. The faraday bag prevents hacking, tracking, spying, remote wiping, and chain of custody corruption, allowing a device to remain live and uncorrupted until it can be analyzed.
Using the Charge Preserve Evidence Bag inside the reusable faraday bag prevents contamination of the faraday bag with biological substances such as blood, semen, and DNA. This is essential for preventing cross-contamination and maintaining the cleanliness and longevity of forensic equipment, especially when processing sensitive cases.
Charge Preserve Evidence Bag Features
- Durable Material: Durable PET+PE, .08mm thickness (3mil), resistant to punctures, tears, and environmental factors
- Transparency: Back side is complelety clear to view contents and device state
- Applicable Note Fields: Note-taking fields on the front side related to recovery and power connection
- Integrated USB Cable Tip: USB cable installed through the bag; cable tip options include USB-C, USB Micro, and USB Lightning
- Lab Tested and Certified: The cables included are UL-certified ensuring reliability and high-qualtiy performance
- Compatibility with Charge & Shield Faraday Bag: Enhances RF signal shielding when used together
- Single-Use Design: Ensures tamper-proof integrity with a cut-to-open feature for secure evidence retrieval
- Tamper-Evident Adheisvie Seal: Prevents bag from being reopened once sealed
- Printed Instructions: Simple instructions are printed on the front side to describe proper usage steps
- Protection from Contaminants: Airtight and watertight when sealed to prevent contamination and preserve physical evidence
- Optimal Chain of Custody: Complies with relevant legal and forensic compliance standards; follows optimal chain of custody device handling practices
- Purpose-Built for Forensics: One-of-a-kind patent pending design provides a secure method for charging electronic devices within an evidence bag, while complying with common forensic standards for hermetically sealed and tamper-evident evidence bags, addressing a critical gap in current practices
- 10-Pack Set: Charge Preserve Evidence Bags are sold as a 10-pack, packaged in a protective case
Dimensions
- External dimensions: 9" W x 12" H
- Internal usable dimensions: 8.25" W x 7" H — fits all cell phone models and small tablets
Compatible With Charge & Shield Faraday Bags
If you want the device to stay charged and shielded inside the evidence bag, purchase the compatible Mission Darkness Charge & Shield Faraday Bag, preferably the tablet size option with a window. The evidence bag can be placed inside and connected to the dual-sided USB filter, enabling you to charge the device while it remains isolated from RF signals. A transparent window allows you to view the contents and device state.
Included Items
- 10-Pack Evidence Bag Set: 10 Charge Preserve Evidence Bags. All bags include the same type of USB cable tips (choose from the drop-down menu); contact us if you require a custom combination of cable tips.
- 2x USB Extension Cables: Use as necessary to extend the external cable connection
- Evidence Bag Holder Binder: Keeps bags organized and protected. Allows departments to add their own procedural handling instructions and additional accessories.
- Instructions: Usage instructions are printed on the binder. Basic steps are printed on each evidence bag to guide proper handling.
Variations
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USB-C: Set of 10 evidence bags with USB-C cable tips installed
- SKU: CPEB-9X12-USBC10
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USB Micro: Set of 10 evidence bags with USB Micro cable tips installed
- SKU: CPEB-9X12-USBM10
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USB Lightning: Set of 10 evidence bags with USB Lightning cable tips installed
- SKU: CPEB-9X12-USBL10
- Variety / Customization Available: Contact us if you require a specific quantity other than a set of 10 evidence bags or if you want a variety of cable tips in each set
Applications
The Charge Preserve Evidence Bag is an essential tool for law enforcement and digital forensic teams, designed to securely store and charge seized electronic devices while maintaining the integrity of the evidence. Its innovative design allows for internal connection to external power sources or forensic tools without compromising the hermetic seal. This makes it ideal for preserving digital evidence in various scenarios, such as criminal investigations, cybersecurity incidents, and legal proceedings.
The bag's ability to maintain a controlled environment prevents contamination and tampering, ensuring that the evidence remains admissible in court.
Additionally, it can be paired with the Charge & Shield Faraday Bag for applications requiring RF shielding, protecting devices from hacking, tracking, and data corruption. This versatility makes the Charge Preserve Evidence Bag a reliable solution for managing and preserving digital evidence in a wide range of forensic applications.
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This Essential Tool Allows Users to Manage Digital Evidence Optimally and Effectively
The USB cable tip is heat-sealed inside the bag, offering secure device connectivity while maintaining the hermetic seal.
The bag is spacious enough to hold all cell phone models, small tablets, and similar devices.
The front side of the bag includes printed instrcutions and note fields relating to recovery and power connection.
When the bag is sealed, the backing strip is permanently removed, activating the tamper-evident seal and preventing the bag from being reopened or altered without clear signs of tampering.
The protective binder keeps items in the kit organized. It includes a set of 10 Charge Preserve Evidence Bags, two USB extension cables that can be used to extend the external cable connection, and usage instructions.
Compatible Accessories / Add-Ons
Allows devices to be charged in the car or at a wall outlet
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Continuously charging battery allows devices to be powered for days after seizure (smaller size)
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Continuously charging battery allows devices to be powered for days after seizure (larger size)
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Provides RF shielding; evidence bag can fit inside and connect to the dual-sided USB filter
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Testimonial
The Charge Preserve Evidence Bag solves a critical challenge in electronic evidence collection: maintaining DNA integrity while keeping devices powered for forensic extraction. With its seamless design, officers can securely place electronic evidence inside, connect the included charging cable, and seal the bag—eliminating cross-contamination risks without sacrificing functionality.
- Joshua Lee
Police Sergeant
Human Exploitation and Trafficking
Mesa (Arizona) Police