HB 1396 - DIGEST

     Provides that as part of a bona fide criminal investigation, the chief law enforcement officer of a law enforcement agency or his or her designee may authorize the interception, transmission, or recording of conversations or communications by officers under the following circumstances:  (1) At least one party to the conversation or communication has consented to the interception, transmission, or recording; or a parent, guardian ad litem, or guardian has consented to the interception, transmission, or recording on behalf of a party to the conversation who is less than twelve years of age.

     (2) probable cause exists to believe that the conversation or communication involves a sex offense committed against a minor; and

     (3) a written report has been completed as required by this act.