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The bill regulates the use of AI in surveillance systems by state and local entities, focusing on data retention, judicial oversight, penalties, and annual reporting.
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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
The South Carolina Community Data Protection and Responsible Surveillance Act aims to regulate the use of surveillance systems by state and local entities. It prohibits the use of AI to track vehicles and outlines penalties for violations.
Key Provisions
- Prohibits surveillance systems storing data on third-party servers.
- Restricts AI use for tracking vehicles under certain circumstances.
- Requires judicial oversight for data access.
- Mandates publication of annual reports.
- Outlines penalties for non-compliance, including fines and suspension of privileges.
Latest Legislative Action
Referred to Committee on Judiciary
Compliance Checklist
Ensure all surveillance data is stored on secured servers within South Carolina.
Who: State and local law enforcement agencies
Penalty: Contracts contrary to this requirement are void.
Who: State and local law enforcement agencies
Penalty: Contracts contrary to this requirement are void.
Obtain a search warrant before accessing surveillance data.
Who: Law enforcement agencies
Penalty: Unauthorized access is a misdemeanor.
Who: Law enforcement agencies
Penalty: Unauthorized access is a misdemeanor.
Publish annual transparency reports on ALPR usage.
Who: Law enforcement agencies operating ALPR systems
Deadline: Annually
Penalty: Subject to administrative penalties for non-compliance.
Who: Law enforcement agencies operating ALPR systems
Deadline: Annually
Penalty: Subject to administrative penalties for non-compliance.
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