Interception Warrant
/ˌɪntərˈsɛpʃən ˈwɔːrənt/
Definitions
- (n.) A court order authorizing law enforcement to legally intercept and monitor private communications such as phone calls or electronic messages.
The police obtained an interception warrant to monitor the suspect's phone conversations during the investigation.
Forms
- interception warrant
- interception warrants
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Commentary
Interception warrants require strict judicial oversight to protect privacy rights and comply with telecommunications laws.
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