evidence organizer

Organize and structure evidence for legal proceedings. Use when the user asks about 证据整理、证据清单、证据链、怎么组织证据、准备证据、证据目录, or wants to organize evidence for a case....

Security Scan

The skill's files and runtime instructions are coherent with an evidence-organization helper and do not request credentials or perform network installs, but there are minor implementation/inconsistency issues you should review before use.

Purpose & Capability

Name, description, SKILL.md, and code implement an evidence-organization helper (categorization, summaries, gap analysis). Required env, binaries, and install spec are absent—appropriate for a local organizational tool.

Instruction Scope

SKILL.md stays within organizational assistance and explicitly disclaims legal advice and third-party transmission. Minor documentation/code mismatches: SKILL.md references references/evidence-types.md which is not present in the package, and a line in SKILL.md references a privacy promise that should be validated against runtime behavior (the included code contains no network calls, which matches the promise).

Install Mechanism

No install spec; this is an instruction-only skill with local JS files. Nothing is downloaded or extracted during install, minimizing installation risk.

Credentials

No environment variables, credentials, or config paths are requested—proportionate for the stated purpose.

Persistence & Privilege

always is false, the skill does not request permanent/system-wide privileges, nor does it modify other skills. Autonomous invocation is allowed by default (not a concern by itself).

Assessment

This skill appears to do what it says: local organization of evidence with no network or credential requirements. Before installing or running it: 1) If you plan to run the included scripts, inspect scripts/evidence-organizer.js for any unexpected I/O (there are no network calls in the provided code). 2) Note a few minor inconsistencies: SKILL.md references a missing references/evidence-types.md file, and test.js imports a formatEvidence symbol that doesn't appear defined/exported—these are quality issues that may break tests but are not indicators of malicious behavior. 3) Do not treat the tool as legal advice; always verify organization and admissibility steps with a qualified attorney. 4) If you will process sensitive evidence data, run the code in a controlled environment and confirm no telemetry/networking occurs (e.g., by running with network disabled or observing syscalls) before uploading or sharing data.

Overview

This skill helps users organize, categorize, and structure evidence for legal proceedings. It creates evidence lists, helps establish chains of custody, and organizes materials by relevance and importance.

⚠️ Important Disclaimer: This tool provides organizational assistance only. It does not constitute legal advice, nor does it guarantee evidence admissibility. Always consult a qualified attorney regarding evidence rules and admissibility requirements.

When to Use This Skill

• Preparing evidence for trial or hearing
• Organizing documents for discovery
• Creating evidence lists for court submission
• Establishing document chains
• Preparing exhibits

Limitations

• Provides organization framework only
• Cannot determine legal admissibility
• Does not authenticate documents
• Not a substitute for attorney guidance on evidence rules
• May not address specific court requirements

Workflow

1. Collect materials — Gather all potential evidence
2. Categorize items — Group by type and relevance
3. Assess relevance — Determine importance to claims/defenses
4. Organize structure — Create logical organization
5. Prepare summaries — Document key points
6. Review with counsel — Have attorney review organization

Evidence Categories

Documentary Evidence

• Contracts and agreements
• Correspondence (emails, letters)
• Financial records
• Business records
• Reports and analyses

Testimonial Evidence

• Witness statements
• Deposition transcripts
• Affidavits
• Expert reports

Physical Evidence

• Photographs
• Videos
• Audio recordings
• Physical objects
• Digital files

Demonstrative Evidence

• Charts and graphs
• Timelines
• Maps
• Diagrams
• Summaries

Evidence Organization Structure

By Claim/Issue

Group evidence supporting each legal claim or defense.

By Chronology

Organize materials in chronological order to show timeline.

By Witness

Group evidence related to each witness.

By Document Type

Organize by contracts, emails, financials, etc.

Evidence List Format

Item	Description	Date	Source	Relevance	Status
1	[Description]	[Date]	[Source]	[Relevance]	[Status]

Usage

Basic Request

"帮我整理证据"
"做证据清单"
"证据怎么组织"

With Context

"合同纠纷的证据怎么整理"
"准备开庭的证据"
"做证据目录"

Output Format

The skill provides:

• Evidence list with all items catalogued
• Categorization by type and relevance
• Chain of custody tracking
• Gap analysis identifying missing items
• Summary of key evidence points

Before Trial Checklist

• All evidence collected and organized
• Evidence list prepared
• Exhibits marked and labeled
• Copies prepared for court and opposing party
• Authentication arranged
• Chain of custody documented
• Attorney reviewed evidence
• Witnesses prepared to testify about evidence

References

For evidence guidance:

• references/evidence-guide.md — Evidence organization guide
• references/evidence-types.md — Types of evidence and requirements

Privacy Note

Evidence information is processed for organization only. No data is stored or transmitted to third parties.

Important Reminders

• Authentication: Evidence must be properly authenticated
• Best Evidence Rule: Original documents may be required
• Hearsay: Many out-of-court statements are inadmissible
• Privilege: Some communications are protected
• Relevance: Evidence must be relevant to be admissible
• Chain of Custody: Physical evidence requires documented handling