The Computer and Cybercrimes Bill, 2016 (i) to collect or record through application of technical means traffic data in real time; or (ii) to cooperate and assist a police officer or an authorised person in the collection or recording of traffic data, in real-time, associated with specified communications in its jurisdiction transmitted by means of a computer system. (2) In making an application under subsection (1), the police officer or an authorised person shall— (a) state the grounds they believe the traffic data sought is available with the person in control of the computer system; (b) identify and explain, the type of traffic data suspected to be found on such computer system; (c) identify and explain the subscribers, users or unique identifier the subject of an investigation or prosecution suspected as may be found on such computer system; (d) identify and explain the offences identified in respect of which the warrant is sought; (e) explain the measures to be taken to prepare and ensure that the traffic data shall be sought— (i) while maintaining the privacy of other users, customers and third parties; and (ii) without the disclosure of data to any party not part of the investigation. (3) Where the court is satisfied with the explanations provided under subsection (2), the court shall issue the order provided for under subsection (1). (4) For purposes of subsection (1), real-time collection or recording of traffic data shall not be ordered for a period beyond what is necessary and in any event not for a period exceeding six months. (5) The court may authorize an extension of time under subsection (4), if it is satisfied that— 25

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