I'd snoop in a sec. if I though that in the long run it's was for the good of my child. Between drugs, sex, gangs and sicko on the net, I'd want to know what my child is up too and if I have to snoop to find out, so be it. I belive that when they become adults they will understand why and be gald I did it. I like to think long term, more then short term. Short term, they will be mad at me. Long term, they will be safe and thankfull I cared enough.

As much as you want to belive that you done a good job at raising your children and they know right from wrong, other factors in their lives can change that, quick. I would never want to assume that my children are above getting in trouble and then find out later the hard way I was wrong.

I would be up front with them about it though, never hidding the reasons why I snooped. Just like in your case, if I wanted a password, I'd tell them why and what I was looking for, for their safty. Hate me now, love me later.