INV-07 non-published telephone numbers

Question 1

What is an administrative subpoena as related to this policy INV – 07 nonpublished telephone numbers?

Answer 1

The form of a demand letter for telephone company records and ONLY be authorized by the AG or DA of jurisdiction.

Question 2

Who has the authority to obtain telephone records?

Answer 2

Administrative subpoena (DA or AG)
Grand jury
Federal warrant
Federal court order
Consent of the customer

Question 3

What level of information is needed for an administrative subpoena for telephone records?

Answer 3

Reasonable suspicion to believe that the service is being used for unlawful purpose…request through the AG or DA of jurisdiction

Question 4

What shall an administrative subpoena for telephone records include?

Answer 4

Details for the belief of the telephone is being used for unlawful purposes, and

Case number, and signature of the commanding officer .

Question 5

What to do in emergencies when telephone records are needed?

Answer 5

TDO or unit commanders may authorize members to contact the directory assistance, operator in emergency situations, such as a serious, motor vehicle accident, or a threat of harm.

Authorized to request the offer to contact a non-publish customer, and inform the customer to call back the number.

Not to be used to facilitate investigative inquiry, such as attempting to locate a witness.