Guidance

Code of practice for the interception of communications

Guidance on the procedures that must be followed before interception of communications can take place.

This publication was withdrawn on

This document was withdrawn on 5 April 2016. An updated code of practice is available.

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Code of practice for the interception of communications

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This code of practice relates to the powers and duties conferred or imposed under Chapter I of Part I of the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000. It provides guidance on the procedures that must be followed before interception of communications can take place under those provisions.

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Published 8 September 2010

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