What is the maximum initial time period for a Title III order?

What is the maximum initial time period for a Title III order?

• A. 30 days
• B. 7 days
• C. 60 days
• D. 90 days

Answer: (A)

Surveillance under Title III is granted for a limited time and starts with a concrete initial window. The initial authorization to intercept communications may run for up to 30 days. If more time is needed, the investigators can seek extensions in 30-day increments, typically bringing the total interception period up to 90 days for a single order. So the maximum initial time period is 30 days. The other durations describe total time after extensions rather than the first authorization.

Surveillance under Title III is granted for a limited time and starts with a concrete initial window. The initial authorization to intercept communications may run for up to 30 days. If more time is needed, the investigators can seek extensions in 30-day increments, typically bringing the total interception period up to 90 days for a single order. So the maximum initial time period is 30 days. The other durations describe total time after extensions rather than the first authorization.