Electronic Eavesdropping
/ɪˌlɛkˈtrɒnɪk ˈiːvzrɒpɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) The unauthorized interception or monitoring of electronic communications, such as phone calls, emails, or digital messages, often prohibited by law to protect privacy.
The defendant was charged with electronic eavesdropping for secretly recording phone conversations without consent.
Forms
- electronic eavesdropping
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Commentary
In drafting, specify the type of electronic communication involved and the consent status to clarify legality under various statutes.
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