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I wonder how many LEAs knew of this and used it to bypass having to get a warrant, instead of responsibly disclosing it for the benefit of public safety.
by mass_and_energy 2y ago
I wonder how many LEAs knew of this and used it to bypass having to get a warrant, instead of responsibly disclosing it for the benefit of public safety.
- bena 2y agoThe warrant is still necessary, evidence obtained through illicit means is generally not acceptable.
- bobbylarrybobby 2y agoTechnically you don't need a warrant if you just ask for the data and it's handed over. You only need a warrant if someone doesn't want to hand over the data.
- bena 2y agoBut that's not what this would be, this would be gaining access to the system without permission. It doesn't matter if my door has shitty locks, you still can't enter my house unless I invite you.
- fragmede 2y agoif this metaphorical door is already open and something is in plain view though. I guess the question is what constitutes plain view digitally.
- alistairSH 2y agoTrue, but parallel construction/evidence laundering is a thing.