Pennsylvania — Statute

2012 – Amendment | Pennsylvania Law

Learn about Pennsylvania's target-specific wiretap orders, including conditions, requirements, and procedures for law enforcement interception of communications.

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Pennsylvania State Law

2012 – Amendment

Pennsylvania Title 18 - Crimes and Offenses § 2012

Summary

Pennsylvania's law on target-specific orders outlines the conditions under which law enforcement can obtain wiretap orders for intercepting communications. It specifies when certain procedural requirements can be waived and details the process for obtaining supplementary orders if the target changes communication devices or facilities. The law emphasizes the need for probable cause and judicial approval at each step.

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In simple terms: Learn about Pennsylvania's target-specific wiretap orders, including conditions, requirements, and procedures for law enforcement interception of communications.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.