Can I collect location information from participants in Alabama? What are the requirements?

Based on the information provided in the context documents, you can collect location information from participants in Alabama under certain circumstances.

Requirements for collecting location information in Alabama

According to ALCA 15-5-55, a wireless communications service provider shall provide call location information concerning the telecommunications device of a user to a law enforcement officer upon request if an emergency situation exists at the time of the request. The law enforcement officer must be on duty and acting in the course of his or her official duties at the time of the request. The law enforcement officer must also not request information unless it is for the specific purpose of responding to a call for emergency services or in an emergency situation that involves the risk or threat of death or serious physical harm.

Additionally, the wireless communications service provider may establish protocols by which the carrier voluntarily discloses call location information. The provider and its employees are immune from civil and criminal liability if acting in a reasonable manner and pursuant to this section.

Conclusion

In summary, you can collect location information from participants in Alabama if you are a wireless communications service provider and a law enforcement officer requests the information in an emergency situation. The law enforcement officer must be on duty and acting in the course of his or her official duties at the time of the request, and the request must be for the specific purpose of responding to a call for emergency services or in an emergency situation that involves the risk or threat of death or serious physical harm.

Jurisdiction

Alabama

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