Australia introduces bill to access SMS

Australia's ABC News Online reports that the Police could get access to stored voicemails, emails and SMS messages under a Bill introduced to federal Parliament today.

"Attorney-General Philip Ruddock says police have had trouble getting access to stored messages because of the laws preventing them intercepting phone calls.

Mr Ruddock has ordered a review of the interception laws, and in the meantime, his new bill will allow police access to stored phone messages and emails, either by consent or with a warrant."

emily | 1:40 PM | News, Buzz |
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