Big Brother Is at Your Back Door: An Examination of the Effect of Encryption Regulation on Privacy and Crime, 18 J. Marshall J. Computer & Info. L. 825 (2000)

Authors

Hillary Victor

Abstract

This article compares the need of individuals for privacy and the U.S. government's desire for encryption regulation. The impact that CESA on cyberspace security and crime are fully discussed. Furthermore, a brief background on the advantages and disadvantages of encryption are investigated. A history of legislative effort to provide decryption tools are examined and outlined. Next, the comment provides an analysis of CESA, its legal implications and issues involving its effectiveness are discussed. A solution proposed by the author to redraft and amend CESA provides individuals with privacy protection.

Recommended Citation

Hillary Victor, Big Brother Is at Your Back Door: An Examination of the Effect of Encryption Regulation on Privacy and Crime, 18 J. Marshall J. Computer & Info. L. 825 (2000)