HT4061 my iphone 4 is locked

...and i am trying to get it unlocked.  I cannot get help from applecare online because I don't have the packaging handy and the phone is locked (re: serial number).  What do I do?
I forget what operating sustem is on it.  My son was using it in July 13 but unsure when last updated.

connnect it to your "syncing" computer and restore it.(if you have wifi sync enabled you can restore it with a cable garenteed)
P.S. been there and done that.

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