What phone and answering service options does my Crime Stoppers program have?
Use a digital cellular telephone, if you take tips via cell service, to minimize eavesdropping. Answering machines are still acceptable. Keep the machine secure and use the type with battery back-up, so you do not lose your messages to a power failure. Several answering services are available to take your tips after hours, or 24 hours, depending upon your needs. Prior to signing a contract, make sure that the service has experience answering tips lines and that you are comfortable with their tip-taking procedures.
