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Prohibits the use of facial recognition and biometric information as the sole factor in determining the existence of probable cause to place in custody or arrest an individual.
This New York bill prohibits using facial recognition and biometric information as the sole basis for probable cause in arrests.
If you use facial recognition for law enforcement in New York, you must ensure additional evidence supports probable cause by the bill's enactment date or face legal penalties.
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What This Means
The proposed legislation in New York aims to restrict law enforcement's reliance on facial recognition and biometric data for establishing probable cause. By mandating that such technology cannot be the sole factor, it seeks to ensure more comprehensive evidence is required.
Key Provisions
- Prohibits using biometric identifying technology as the sole factor for probable cause in New York.
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Bill Sponsors (showing 5 of 9)
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| CARROLL | Primary |
| Linda Rosenthal D | Primary |
| PRETLOW | Primary |
| Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn D | Primary |
| ROSENTHAL D | Primary |
Compliance Checklist
Who: Municipal police departments, sheriff's offices, and the division of state police.
Deadline: By January 1, 2027.
Penalty: Withholding of state funds for non-compliance.
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