4. Examination of the legal and ethical challenges surrounding the use of evidence obtained through digital surveillance techniques, such as hacking or data mining, in criminal prosecutions: This research aims to assess the legal standards governing the admissibility of digital evidence obtained through novel investigative methods, considering issues such as privacy rights, constitutional protections, and evidentiary reliability. By examining landmark court cases, legislative debates, and technological developments, this research can inform legal practitioners, policymakers, and the public about the evolving legal and ethical landscape of digital surveillance in criminal investigations.