How long can a school confiscate your phone?

I think the rule of thumb is this. If the school has a policy of not using cell phones, they might be able to take it for the day but then they MUST return it to you by the end of the day because that is when the school day is done. read more

School policies vary. Some will confiscate a student's cell phone for the day, allowing the student to pick up the phone before they return home. Others will keep the phone for a week or two. Keep in mind that just because a school takes away your cell phone does not mean they have committed the offense of larceny or theft. read more

What are your views on this, and does anyone know whether or not they legally have to give your phone back at the end of the school day, after all it is your property and you should have the right to have it back at the end of the day. read more