The Wiretap Act of the Electronics Communications Privacy Act restricts the ability of government and private parties to intercept electronic data that is in transit.
It prohibits:
1. The intentional
2. Interception of
3. The contents of
4. An electronic communication
5. Using a device.
A violation may result in a fine and a maximum of 5 years in jail.
A victim of a violation of the Act may file a civil lawsuit seeking damages against the violator.