Communications Interception
/ˌkɒmjʊˈnɪkeɪʃənz ˌɪntəˈsɛpʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The act of secretly monitoring or capturing communications such as phone calls, emails, or messages by law enforcement or intelligence agencies, often regulated by statute.
The court ruled that the warrantless communications interception violated the defendant's Fourth Amendment rights.
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- communications interception
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Commentary
Communications interception is a highly regulated activity requiring strict legal authorization due to privacy concerns.
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