In the U.S., warrants only require "probable cause"[1], not evidence "beyond a reasonable doubt". The fact that there's a tiny probability that some data could

In the U.S., warrants only require "probable cause"[1], not evidence "beyond a reasonable doubt". The fact that there's a tiny probability that some data could have been corrupted probably wouldn't affect the validity of a warrant. Cops can get warrants based on much less reliable sources, such as a statement from a witness or an informant. [1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Probable_cause https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Probable_cause