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ARTICLE · 27 NOVEMBER 2023

Dedicated Encrypted Criminal Communication Devices Offences

These devices can facilitate communication between individuals engaged in serious criminal activities.

AustraliaCriminal Law

What are dedicated encrypted criminal communication device offences? This article will answer this question and its provisions under the Crimes Act 1900 (NSW).

In the realm of criminal communication, a new breed of devices has emerged, posing a significant challenge to law enforcement efforts. These devices – dedicated encrypted criminal communication devices – can facilitate communication between individuals engaged in serious criminal activities

Criminals use these devices while simultaneously shielding their interactions from detection by authorities and the police. These devices may block or replace key features of the device's operating system, such as voice calls, web browsers, or geolocation services. Additionally, they may enable encryption of communication between users.

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