Are police obligated to keep domestic violence calls confidential if there was no arrest made?

  Many, if not all, police departments audiotape telephone calls reporting crimes. Although these calls are not generally publicized, I am unaware of any statute which would render these calls confidential. In fact, if they are preserved, and an arrest is later made, they could be the subject of a subpoena for evidence. Lori G. Levin Attorney at Law 180 N. LaSalle, Suite 3700 Chicago, IL 60601 312-972-3756 levin@lorilevinlaw.com www.lorilevinlaw.com