The University of Wisconsin System encourages the use of information technology resources to support its mission and that of its member institutions. Use of the University s e-mail resources for the conduct of personal commercial business is strictly forbidden. University e-mail resources can not be used to harass or disparage others. See Board of Regents Policy on the Use of Information Technology Resources . E-mail is subject to disclosure and discovery.
Any public record is subject to discovery requests as part of a legal proceeding.
Discovery can include all data in e-mail that may pertain to the particular court case or proceeding. E-mail is subject to State Public Records and Open records laws. See Statewide Enterprise E-mail Policy and Guidance . E-mail is subject to copyright laws. Know your records responsibilities.