IT Forensics · Car

Forensic analysis of taximeter data – the forensic use of fare meters in the taxi industry

Taxi meters record legally required journey data, such as distance, duration and fare, and store this in a tamper-proof memory designed for tax and commercial law purposes.

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This data may be of forensic relevance for tracing individual journeys or for investigating suspected tampering with the taximeter.

Why LanCologne?

Since its foundation, LanCologne has specialised in professional IT forensics. Our staff have decades of experience in the field of information technology and assist companies, solicitors, private individuals and, on a regular basis, the courts in the technical investigation of complex digital matters.

The examination is, as a matter of principle, carried out exclusively on a forensic copy, a forensic image or a data source captured in a technically equivalent manner that preserves the integrity of the evidence. The original evidence remains unchanged and is stored in a manner that preserves its integrity.

Our services

We analyse available taximeter data and document recorded journeys and any potential technical anomalies in a manner that is forensically verifiable.

Typical areas of application

•Reconstruction of individual taxi journeys
•Evidence of tampering with the taximeter
•Support with tax and commercial law audits
•Resolution of billing disputes
•Judicial and non-judicial expert reports
•Cooperation with investigative and supervisory authorities

This is how a taximeter data analysis is carried out

Once the taximeter has been secured, the stored journey data is extracted, organised chronologically and checked for any technical anomalies that might indicate tampering.

Why is the analysis of taximeter data relevant in a forensic context?

Tamper-proof taximeter data provide a reliable basis for reconstructing individual journeys and invoices.

Any anomalies in the stored data may provide important leads for proceedings under commercial or tax law.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are taximeters generally tamper-proof?+
They are designed in accordance with the relevant legal requirements; however, it cannot be assumed across the board that they offer complete protection against tampering.
How long is taximeter data stored for?+
This is determined in accordance with the relevant statutory retention obligations and is assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Can individual journeys be reconstructed retrospectively?+
Generally speaking, yes, provided that the relevant data is still stored in the taximeter or a connected system.

LanCologne – Vehicle IT Forensics, Cologne

Do you require a professional forensic investigation into the „forensic analysis of taximeter data"? LanCologne can assist you in securing digital evidence in a manner that stands up in court, as well as in the transparent analysis of relevant vehicle data.

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