It can be used as evidence, but it must be proved that the other party did it. Investigators who investigate and collect computer data or audiovisual materials such as audio and video recordings shall require the respondent to provide the original carrier of the relevant materials. If it is really difficult to provide the original carrier, a copy can be provided. Where duplicates are provided, the investigators shall state their sources and production process in the investigation record.
[Legal Basis]
In Article 22 of the Several Provisions of the Supreme People's Court on Evidence in Civil Procedure, investigators who investigate and collect computer data or audiovisual materials such as audio and video recordings shall require the respondent to provide the original carrier of the relevant materials. If it is really difficult to provide the original carrier, a copy can be provided. The investigators who provide copies shall state their sources and production process in the investigation record.
