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AI Summary
The bill establishes requirements and procedures for law enforcement's use of facial recognition technology, including annual audits for compliance and specific prohibitions.
Business Impact
If you operate a law enforcement agency in Maryland and use facial recognition technology, you must conduct annual audits by October 1 or face penalties.
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What This Means
Maryland's HB223 aims to regulate the use of facial recognition technology by law enforcement agencies. It mandates annual audits to ensure compliance and includes specific prohibitions on its use. The bill also requires the Department of State Police to create a model policy for the use of this technology, impacting how agencies implement and monitor their facial recognition practices.
Key Provisions
- Law enforcement agencies must conduct annual audits of facial recognition technology use.
- Audits must be completed by October 1 each year.
- The Department of State Police is required to adopt and publish a model policy on facial recognition technology.
- The bill includes specific prohibitions on the use of facial recognition technology.
Latest Legislative Action
Third Reading Passed (47-0)
Bill Sponsors (showing 5 of 40)
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Acevero | Primary |
| Barron | Primary |
| Boyce | Primary |
| Cardin | Primary |
| Carr | Primary |
Amendments (2)
Favorable with Amendments 343520/1 Adopted
Adopted
2023-03-16
Favorable with Amendments 253125/1 Adopted
Adopted
2023-04-03
Compliance Checklist
Conduct an annual audit of facial recognition technology use
Who: Law enforcement agencies using or contracting for facial recognition technology
Deadline: By October 1 each year
Penalty: Unspecified penalties for non-compliance
Who: Law enforcement agencies using or contracting for facial recognition technology
Deadline: By October 1 each year
Penalty: Unspecified penalties for non-compliance
Adopt the model policy on facial recognition technology
Who: Law enforcement agencies
Deadline: As required by the Department of State Police
Penalty: Unspecified penalties for non-compliance
Who: Law enforcement agencies
Deadline: As required by the Department of State Police
Penalty: Unspecified penalties for non-compliance
Related & Companion Bills
Maryland HB1046 — Criminal Procedure - Facial Recognition Technology - Requir…
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Maryland HB338 — Criminal Procedure – Facial Recognition Technology – Requir…
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Maryland SB192 — Criminal Procedure - Facial Recognition Technology - Requir…
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Maryland SB182 — Criminal Procedure - Facial Recognition Technology - Requir…
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Full Legal Analysis
HB223 establishes a framework for the use of facial recognition technology by law enforcement agencies in Maryland. It requires these agencies to conduct an annual audit by October 1 to assess compliance with the Act and any applicable local laws, regulations, and policies. The bill also mandates the Department of State Police to adopt and publish a model statewide policy regarding the use of facial recognition technology, which aims to standardize practices across the state. The bill includes specific prohibitions on the use of facial recognition technology, ensuring accountability and transparency in its use by law enforcement. This bill reflects a growing trend in various states to regulate facial recognition technology.
Official Source
Official Bill Text
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