Guidance

Code of practice for investigation of protected electronic information

This code of practice applies to any investigation of protected electronic information under the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act (RIPA)

• From: Home Office
• Published: 8 September 2010
• Last updated: 20 September 2018 — See all updates

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Code of practice for the investigation of protected electronic information

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This code of practice applies to any investigation of protected electronic information under the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act (RIPA).

You can view the previous version on the National Archives website.

Published 8 September 2010
Last updated 20 September 2018 + show all updates

1. 20 September 2018

   Updated guidance.

2. 15 August 2018

   Revised code takes effect from 15 August 2018.

3. 8 September 2010

   First published.