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AI Summary
This bill prohibits the use of facial recognition and biometric surveillance systems on police body-worn cameras in New Jersey.
Business Impact
If you operate a police department in New Jersey, you must stop using facial recognition on body cameras or face penalties.
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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
Senate Bill S1917 aims to prohibit the use of facial recognition and biometric surveillance systems on police body-worn cameras in New Jersey. This legislation applies to all police departments and law enforcement officers, ensuring that biometric data is not collected through these devices. The bill outlines specific compliance requirements and penalties for violations.
Key Provisions
- Prohibits police departments from using facial recognition on body-worn cameras.
- Allows mobile fingerprint scanning during lawful detentions without retaining biometric data.
- Enables individuals to seek damages for violations, including $100 per violation.
- Violations may result in retraining, suspension, or termination of law enforcement officers.
- Defines key terms such as 'biometric data' and 'officer camera.'
Latest Legislative Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee
Bill Sponsors (showing 5 of 14)
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Amato, Carmen F. | Primary |
| Beach, James | Primary |
| Cruz-Perez, Nilsa I. | Primary |
| Cunningham, Sandra B. | Primary |
| Diegnan, Patrick J. | Primary |
Compliance Checklist
Cease the use of facial recognition systems on body-worn cameras
Who: All police departments and law enforcement officers in New Jersey
Penalty: Potential civil damages and disciplinary actions against officers
Who: All police departments and law enforcement officers in New Jersey
Penalty: Potential civil damages and disciplinary actions against officers
Ensure mobile fingerprint scanning does not retain biometric data
Who: Law enforcement officers during lawful detentions
Penalty: Consequences may include retraining or disciplinary action
Who: Law enforcement officers during lawful detentions
Penalty: Consequences may include retraining or disciplinary action
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Full Legal Analysis
Senate Bill S1917 establishes a prohibition on the installation, activation, or use of facial recognition or biometric surveillance systems in connection with police body-worn cameras. This applies to all police departments, including municipal, county, and the Division of State Police in New Jersey. The bill allows for the use of mobile fingerprint scanning devices during lawful detentions, provided that such use does not generate or retain biometric data. Violations of this prohibition can lead to civil actions for injunctive or declaratory relief, with plaintiffs entitled to recover damages. Law enforcement officers found in violation may face retraining, suspension, or termination, subject to due process. Key definitions include 'biometric data' and 'facial recognition or biometric surveillance system,' clarifying the scope of the bill's restrictions. This legislation reflects a growing trend in regulating the use of biometric surveillance technologies across various states.
Official Source
Official Bill Text
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