Foreign Intelligence Court (FIS Court)

The Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court (FISA Court) is a specialized U.S. court that oversees requests for surveillance and collection of foreign intelligence data, primarily concerning national security. Established under the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978, it ensures that intelligence agencies, like the FBI and NSA, operate within legal boundaries. The court reviews applications for warrants to monitor individuals suspected of being involved in espionage or terrorism. Its proceedings are typically confidential, balancing the need for national security with protections against unlawful government intrusion into privacy.