In that case it behooves the detective to obtain a proper warrant with or without a gag order, as necessary, before contacting them. Investigative procedure is

In that case it behooves the detective to obtain a proper warrant with or without a gag order, as necessary, before contacting them. Investigative procedure is not a new concept and we have a pretty well working system. There's really no need to give law enforcement fascist powers to do whatever they want without oversight under the excuse of "think of the children!"