Pennsylvania law 18 Pa.C.S. 5716 outlines the procedures for serving an inventory and inspecting intercepted communications related to wire or oral communications. It specifies timelines for service, conditions for postponement, and the rights of individuals to inspect intercepted records. The law aims to ensure transparency and proper handling of interception cases.
The purpose is to inform individuals about the interception, including details like the order entry date, duration, and whether communications were intercepted, ensuring transparency and legal compliance.
Yes, if there is a showing of good cause, the service can be postponed for up to 30 days, with additional postponements possible under the same conditions.
The court allows persons or their attorneys to inspect intercepted communications and related records if they were participants or have a legal interest, upon filing a motion.
The inventory must be served within 90 days after the termination of the interception period or order, with possible postponements for good cause.