The Kelsey Smith Act requires wireless carriers to provide phone location information to law enforcement during emergencies.
The Kelsey Smith Act mandates wireless carriers to provide phone location information to law enforcement when a 911 call is made or when there is reasonable suspicion of an emergency involving risk of death or serious physical harm. The State Bureau of Investigation will maintain a database of emergency contact information for all carriers. The act also ensures carriers are protected from legal action when providing such information in good faith.
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