It's a well known saying that only the dumb criminals get caught - and statistics prove this out. According to data from the Department of Justice, less than 19% of thefts ever result in an arrest. Many business owners have responded by taking necessary action to turn the odds in their favor. In fact, according to a recent National Retail Federation (NRF) survey, over 87% of retail establishments are currently employing surveillance equipment. However, NRF statistics indicate that many businesses are still missing the boat ' and that much crime is still going undetected...

The simple truth is that we, as a society, are under almost constant surveillance anytime we step outside of the comfort of our own homes. Whether we are fueling up at the local gas station or picking up a few groceries for supper, there is a good chance that there is a camera somewhere recording our every move. Cameras are used by businesses to protect themselves from theft and to identify criminals. Business owners sometimes use cameras to keep track of their employees activities and even schools use them to monitor students and prevent dangerous situations...

Video surveillance systems have been used in the court of law for successful prosecution or dismissals in cases in for many years. It is a vital tool for prosecutors and defense attorneys in alike, but not all video footage can be admitted in every case. Certain criteria needs to be met before video surveillance can be admitted into a court case. These are 7 things you should know about obtaining admissible video surveillance footage...