Where should we store body camera and surveillance video discovery?▼
Somewhere central, encrypted and backed up, not on individual laptops or loose USB drives. Depending on volume and budget, that might be cloud storage organized by case, or an on-premises storage appliance with cloud backup. The key requirements are enough capacity for video, fast access from office playback machines, secure remote access for attorneys in court, permissions by case, and immutable backups. We size it to your caseload and grow it as productions get larger.
How do we make sure we comply with discovery protective orders?▼
Start by translating each order into concrete technical rules: which people may view restricted materials, whether copies can go to the client, and whether files can be downloaded or printed. We set folder permissions, sharing restrictions and sometimes watermarks to match, and turn on access logging. Your attorneys interpret the order; we implement it. When an order changes or a case closes, we adjust or remove access and document what was done.
Why hash discovery files when we receive them?▼
A hash value is a digital fingerprint of a file. Recording hashes at intake and keeping originals read-only lets you show later that your copy is identical to what was produced. That matters if anyone questions whether evidence was altered, whether by your team, an expert or someone else. It also catches corrupted downloads early. We build hashing into your discovery intake routine so it happens consistently without slowing your staff down.
How should we share discovery with experts and investigators?▼
Use scoped, expiring shared folders with logging, limited to the specific files each person needs and consistent with any protective order. Where download should be blocked, view-only sharing works. If physical drives are unavoidable, use encrypted drives with a documented check-out and return process. Avoid personal email and consumer file-sharing links. That way you know who has which materials, and access ends when their work on the case does. We keep a simple log per case.
Clients and families want to communicate by text and personal email. What should we do?▼
Set expectations at intake about which channels are safe for privileged communication. Personal email and phones may be shared with family members, co-defendants or others, and some channels may be monitored. A secure client portal gives you a private path for documents and messages. Your attorneys decide the privilege strategy; we provide the portal, managed firm phones with business texting, and training so staff consistently steer sensitive conversations to the right place.
Do you help solo practitioners and court-appointed counsel?▼
Yes. Solo and small defense practices face the same discovery volumes and protective orders as larger firms, often on tighter budgets. We scale the setup: a right-sized storage solution, one well-built playback machine, MFA, backups and secure sharing. Support is remote from U.S.-based engineers, with hands-on visits near our offices or through a vetted local technician directed by our team when hardware needs attention. Court-appointed work often benefits most from a clean discovery routine.
Do you provide Criminal Defense Firms IT Services in Houston and nearby areas?▼
Yes. LayerLogix is based in the Greater Houston area and delivers criminal defense firms IT services to businesses across Houston and the surrounding communities, including The Woodlands, Spring, Katy, Sugar Land, Conroe, Cypress, and Pearland. For most Houston-area clients we can be on-site the same day when something needs hands-on attention, and our help desk is available during business hours, with after-hours emergency support. Call 713-571-2390 to check coverage for your specific address.
What does Criminal Defense Firms IT Services cost for a Houston business?▼
Pricing depends on your size and what you need, so we do not publish a one-size-fits-all number — but Houston businesses generally pay a flat, predictable monthly fee rather than surprise hourly bills. We start with a free, no-obligation assessment of your current setup, then give you a clear quote in plain English with no hidden costs. That way you know exactly what you are getting and what it costs before you commit.