We have Exchange 07 on Server 2k3, which is operational, but not yet deployed. Before we do, I am curious what are the laws and regulations about email retention for government entities. I think we probably need some kind of set plan for backing up/retention, but I cant find much with the google. Any advice would be great.

I don't think many lawyers subscribe to this forum, and in any case I'm very certain that none of them would give you advice for free, nor would they be able to divine which governments have jurisdictions over your business operations. -- Ed Crowley MVP "There are seldom good technological solutions to behavioral problems." . "PingTheServer" wrote in message news:cdef5e85-c7df-4e6d-b3a9-0f5098a1691e... We have Exchange 07 on Server 2k3, which is operational, but not yet deployed. Before we do, I am curious what are the laws and regulations about email retention for government entities. I think we probably need some kind of set plan for backing up/retention, but I cant find much with the google. Any advice would be great. Ed Crowley MVP "There are seldom good technological solutions to behavioral problems."

Hello, Ed is correct in that there are not many attorneys that subscribe to this forum and they are disinclined to give out free advice. Try a forum. In this one, there is a section for government law. http://forum.freeadvice.com/ Personally, what I suggest is that whatever entity you work for, there are guidelines or written policies that cover security, retention, access controls, etc. Find out what they are and read the manual that will detail the IT guidelines for you. Better CYA than rely on someone else's advise. Miguel Miguel Fra / Falcon ITS Computer & Network Support , Miami, FL Visit our Knowledgebase Sharepoint Site

Yes there are laws regarding Email retention for government agencies. They are mandated by NARA The National Archives and Records Administration and the Federal Records Act . Read more information from the NARA website at http://www.archives.gov/about/laws/fed-agencies.html

Hi, This is technical forum for Exchange, I’m afraid most of us can’t give your advice about a law questions. Meanwhile, different countries have various laws… Thanks, Elvis