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AI Summary
Bill A1210 mandates a public hearing before law enforcement agencies in New Jersey can use facial recognition technology.
Business Impact
If you use facial recognition in law enforcement, you must hold a public hearing immediately.
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Introduced
— Filed in the legislature; not yet heard in committee
In Committee
— Assigned to and being reviewed by a legislative committee
Passed
— Approved by one or both chambers; awaiting further action
Signed / Enacted
— Signed into law by the governor; may or may not be in effect yet
Dead / Vetoed
— Vetoed, failed to pass, or session expired without action
Unknown
— Status data not yet available or awaiting classification
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What This Means
New Jersey's Bill A1210 requires a public hearing before any state, county, or municipal law enforcement agency can use facial recognition technology. This applies to both new and existing uses, with a follow-up hearing five years later.
Key Provisions
- Section 1(a): Requires public hearing before use of facial recognition technology.
- Section 1(b): Requires hearing within 60 days for current users.
- Section 1(c): Mandates identification of objectives and a follow-up hearing in five years.
- Section 1(d): Defines 'facial recognition technology'.
- Section 2: Act takes effect immediately.
Latest Legislative Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Science, Innovation and Technology Committee
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Andrew Zwicker D | Sponsor | HD-016 |
| Herbert Conaway D | Sponsor | HD-007 |
Compliance Checklist
Hold a public hearing regarding the use of facial recognition technology.
Who: Law enforcement agencies in New Jersey.
Penalty: Potential delays in technology implementation.
Who: Law enforcement agencies in New Jersey.
Penalty: Potential delays in technology implementation.
Related & Companion Bills
Full Legal Analysis
Bill A1210, introduced in the New Jersey Legislature, requires that a public hearing be held before any state, county, or municipal law enforcement agency can use facial recognition technology. According to Section 1(a), the Attorney General or the appropriate governing body must provide adequate public notice of this hearing. If an agency is already using such technology, Section 1(b) mandates a hearing within 60 days of the bill's effective date. During these hearings, as per Section 1(c), clear objectives and goals for the technology's use must be identified. A second public hearing is required five years after the initial one to assess if these objectives have been met. The bill defines 'facial recognition technology' in Section 1(d) as a computer application using algorithms to identify or verify individuals from digital images or video frames. The bill takes effect immediately upon enactment, as stated in Section 2. The bill does not specify penalties for non-compliance.
Official Source
Official Bill Text
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