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While maybe literally true, "risk that you cannot understand" is a little overthreatening. Are you implying extrajudicial financial ruin, torture, murder? I dou

While maybe literally true, "risk that you cannot understand" is a little overthreatening. Are you implying extrajudicial financial ruin, torture, murder? I doubt it, so what?

geocar 10y ago
I'm trying not to imply anything, because every situation is different. Nevertheless, violating a federal order could have serious consequences, and if you need advice on this subject, you should talk to an attorney about it.
- dingaling 10y ago
  Do you think the average retained attorney will be well-versed in the subtleties of NSL disclosure? The point being made upthread is that there is no black and white guidance, there is no secret NSL Guide Book for attornies.
  - geocar 10y ago
    Yes, actually I do. Gag orders aren't unique to the NSL and if your attorney believes the case is too complicated they will be able to help you find a specialist. The FBI does in fact has some guidance that your attorney will be able to locate[1] [1]: https://vault.fbi.gov/National%20Security%20Letters%20%28NSL%29/National%20Security%20Letters%20%28NSL%29%20Part%201%20of%201/view https://vault.fbi.gov/National%20Security%20Letters%20%28NSL...