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AI Summary
This bill prohibits the use of facial recognition technology with officer cameras by local and state police in New York.
Business Impact
If you operate a police agency in New York, you must cease using facial recognition with officer cameras or face legal action.
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In Committee
— Assigned to and being reviewed by a legislative committee
Passed
— Approved by one or both chambers; awaiting further action
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— Signed into law by the governor; may or may not be in effect yet
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— Vetoed, failed to pass, or session expired without action
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What This Means
The proposed legislation in New York aims to prohibit the use of facial recognition technology in conjunction with officer cameras by local and state police. This bill seeks to protect individual privacy by banning the storage of biometric data collected through these systems. Police agencies must comply with this regulation to avoid legal repercussions.
Key Provisions
- Prohibits police agencies from using facial recognition technology with officer cameras.
- Defines key terms related to biometric data and surveillance.
- Allows individuals to seek legal action against violators of the law.
- Excludes lawful use of mobile fingerprint scanning devices under certain conditions.
- Establishes a sunset provision for the law after five years.
Latest Legislative Action
REFERRED TO LOCAL GOVERNMENTS
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Jonathan Rivera | Primary |
Compliance Checklist
Cease the use of facial recognition technology with officer cameras
Who: All police agencies in New York
Deadline: 90 days after the bill becomes law
Penalty: Legal action may be taken against violators
Who: All police agencies in New York
Deadline: 90 days after the bill becomes law
Penalty: Legal action may be taken against violators
Ensure no biometric data is retained from officer camera recordings
Who: Police officers and agencies
Deadline: Ongoing compliance required
Penalty: Legal action may be taken against violators
Who: Police officers and agencies
Deadline: Ongoing compliance required
Penalty: Legal action may be taken against violators
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Full Legal Analysis
The bill A01601 amends the executive law to prohibit any police agency, officer, or peace officer from installing, activating, or using facial recognition or biometric surveillance systems in connection with officer cameras. This includes any data collected by such cameras, effectively banning the use of facial recognition technology in policing practices related to body-worn cameras. The bill allows individuals to seek equitable or declaratory relief in court against any police entity that violates this prohibition. Key definitions include 'biometric data,' which encompasses various physiological and behavioral characteristics, and 'facial recognition or biometric surveillance,' which refers to automated processes for identifying individuals based on their facial characteristics. The bill is set to take effect 90 days after becoming law and will expire five years thereafter, indicating a temporary but significant regulatory measure on the use of AI in law enforcement.
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