Criminal investigations are becoming increasingly more difficult as criminal targets become even more sophisticated. The challenge for criminal investigators is to keep pace by using increasingly sophisticated investigative techniques. One extremely successful technique has been electronic surveillance, both silent video electronic surveillance and interception of wire, oral, or electronic communications.

No jury can ignore watching defendants commit crimes before their very eyes or hearing the defendants talk about their crimes in their own voices. This article focuses on investigators' obligation to demonstrate the necessity for electronic surveillance before the court will authorize its use. Contact HSDA Investigations for Free consultations.