ChasevidWrightley wrote:
source? because...

The MSP only uses the DEDs if a search warrant is obtained or if the person possessing the mobile device gives consent," it said in a statement. "The DEDs are not being used to extract citizens' personal information during routine traffic stops."

Read more: http://news.cnet.com/8301...61-83.html#ixzz1Kjy1YFLx

(i don't agree with the devices at all, but the original sourceless post is a little misleading)
Even if the person has to give consent, what are they going to do? Say no? Then they will know you are hiding something and get a warrant. This is ridiculous. I use my phone sometimes at red lights.