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Electronic Communications Privacy Act

1986 United States federal law

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Nov 18, 2025
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What data can ISPs collect about customers and how long must they retain it under U.S. law?

ISPs in the U.S. routinely collect extensive customer data — including web-browsing records, device and app usage, real‑time location, and demographic inferences — and often share or monetize those da...

Dec 2, 2025
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Can ISPs lawfully share logs of alleged illegal website visits with law enforcement without a warrant?

U.S. law has no single nationwide rule forcing ISPs to retain specific browsing logs for a fixed time or to hand them over without legal process; retention periods vary by company and jurisdiction, an...

Jan 14, 2026
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How do law enforcement subpoenas transform IP logs into admissible evidence for jurisdictional purposes?

Law enforcement uses subpoenas and warrants to compel ISPs and online platforms to produce IP logs and subscriber records, turning raw connection data into investigatory leads that can justify searche...

Dec 19, 2025

What privacy protections apply to the seizure of digital devices in CSAM investigations?

Privacy protections for seized digital devices in child sexual abuse material (CSAM) investigations are primarily shaped by Fourth Amendment warrant rules, federal statutes governing electronic commun...

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