Because of the intrusive nature of wiretaps, the legal requirements for judicial authorization are often more stringent than other types of warrants.

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Wiretaps involve the interception of private communications, which is highly intrusive. Therefore, the legal standards for obtaining a wiretap warrant are typically higher, requiring a demonstration of probable cause that a crime has been, is being, or will be committed, and that the wiretap will yield evidence of the crime.

Because of the Intrusive Nature of Wiretaps, the Legal Requirements