An Act relative to the interception of wire and oral communications
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill seeks to change the length of time a wiretap warrant can be issued in Massachusetts. Currently, the law allows for warrants to be renewed, but this legislation proposes a limit on the duration of these warrants, aiming to protect privacy rights. It addresses the potential for prolonged surveillance through wiretaps. The bill is being reviewed by the Joint Committee on the Judiciary.
Key provisions
- Limits the duration of wiretap warrants.
- Specifies a maximum length for warrant renewals.
- Addresses the renewal process for existing wiretap warrants.
- Requires justification for each warrant renewal.
- Focuses on protecting privacy during wiretapping investigations.
- Establishes guidelines for obtaining and utilizing wiretap warrants.
- Requires judicial oversight of wiretapping activities.
- Defines the scope of permissible wiretapping surveillance.
Who is affected
- Law enforcement agencies
- Individuals subject to potential wiretaps
- Criminal defendants
- Prosecutors
- The judiciary
Notable changes
- Limits the length of time a wiretap warrant can be in effect.
- May require additional judicial review for warrant renewals.
- Could impact ongoing surveillance investigations.
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