Experts Say Wiretap Law Needs Digital Era Update

GovTechGuy writes "Experts at a Congressional hearing Thursday said the government needs to update the Electronic Communications Privacy Act to reflect changes in technology, notably location-based services. On one hand, legal experts argue tracking a mobile user's location should require a higher burden of proof than simply intercepting their communications. On the other hand, first responders may need location data in order to save lives and respond to 911 calls. Either way, expect legislation from the committee later this year."

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[Wowsers]

A message to all the people in the US.

Dear Citizen,

We don't care about the courts or the Constitution with respect to your rights and privacy, and we will carry on doing what we like in secret.

Yours Sincerely,
Past / Present / Future President of the USA