Authorities Begin Evidence Examination in Gizmodo iPhone Case

the da , jason chen (and attorney) have reached agreement on how jason chen's seized computers examined evidence relating prototype iphone:

http://news.cnet.com/8301-13579_3-20006676-37.html

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authorities begin evidence examination in gizmodo iphone case






cnet reports authorities have begun examining computers , other evidence seized gizmodo editor jason chen's residence following purchase of , publication of details on lost next-generation iphone. evidence examination had been on hold since chen's lawyers raised questions legality of seizure, arguing special protections chen under journalist shield laws.

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stephen wagstaffe, chief deputy district attorney san mateo county, told cnet on wednesday court there had appointed "special master" search items seized home of jason chen in late april. court has asked special master collect information pertains gizmodo's dealings iphone prototype blog purchased $5,000.

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the special master, has not been identified, unpaid, neutral third party appointed court assist in carrying out of judicial orders. agent collect information believed pertinent investigation , present court , chen's lawyers discussion , final determination of evidence provided district attorney investigation. report notes process take 2 months.

earlier week, apple ceo steve jobs revealed thoughts on situation, noting people advised him "let slide" devotion believes core values of apple demands company pursue action.

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