Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act (RIPA) 2000
Legislation governing the use of investigatory powers by public bodies. The Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000 (RIPA), a UK law governing lawful covert surveillance by public bodies. An Act of the Parliament of the United Kingdom that provides a legal framework for the use of investigatory powers by public authorities. It governs the lawful undertaking of covert surveillance by public bodies, updating and consolidating previous acts. A UK Act of Parliament that provides a legal framework for investigatory powers, including surveillance and the use of covert human intelligence sources. A UK Act of Parliament that provides powers to public authorities to carry out certain investigatory activities and imposes obligations on them. A UK Act of Parliament relating to the powers of public bodies to carry out investigatory activities. The Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000 (RIPA), a UK law governing the use of surveillance powers.