In adultery cases, it is fairly common for a spouse to attempt to gather information, either directly or through use of a private detective. I do not recommend a spouse attempted to track the other spouse themselves. It is far too easy to run afoul of the law in checking a spouse's emails, tracking a vehicle, taking video, etc. Sure, it is much cheaper than hiring a professional, but you are taking a huge risk. (The same could be said of people who represent themselves in the divorce).
If that doesn't make you wary, check out this article on slate regarding the grey issue of GPS tracking.
The Slate article you linked to was very eye opening. I have had plenty of clients who had already done this and other sorts of electronic snooping before hiring me to file for divorce. But it is interesting just how prevalent and cheap gps tracking has become. Definitely a gray area in terms of whether it is legally obtained evidence.
Posted by: Scott Morgan | November 13, 2012 at 09:39 PM