Electronic Surveillance: Commentaries and Statutes.

by James A. Adams and Daniel D. Blinka

The events of September 11, 2001, fundamentally changed the way the United States deals with one's right to be protected from unreasonable searches and the government's need to provide security for its citizens. Electronic Surveillance: Commentaries and Statutes, the fourth volume in the National Institute for Trial Advocacy's (NITA) Practice Commentary Series, presents a practical overview of electronic surveillance and security issues as impacted by the USA Patriot Act and subsequent legislative changes.

The authors discuss the constitutional problems and issues that abound after the events of September 11, 2001. Their commentaries address the United States Code sections most relevant to wire taps, electronic surveillance, and security in general. The commentaries are followed by relevant United States Code sections for easy reference.

After a brief overview of the USA Patriot Act and electronic surveillance, authors James A. Adams and Daniel D. Blinka present commentaries on such topics as screening passengers and property, authorization for interception of wire, oral, or electronic communications, wire and electronic communications interception and video surveillance, pen registers and trap and trace devices, mobile tracking and thermal imaging devices, and electronic communication and transactional records.

For attorneys, Electronic Surveillance provides a ready reference reflecting practical advice from experienced litigators and teachers. These commentaries help litigators gain a critical advantage that is the difference between winning and losing decisions.

The 218-page book may be ordered for $42.95 by calling 800/225-6482 or by visiting nita.org.