Stop Using Your Face or Thumb to Unlock Your Phone

July 3, 2024 at 05:54PM The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that state highway police lawfully unlocked a suspect’s phone using his fingerprint during a drug bust, finding no violation of 5th or 4th Amendment rights. Experts caution against relying on biometrics, especially for those likely to interact with police, due to unsettled legal … Read more

Stop Using Your Face or Thumb to Unlock Your Phone

April 26, 2024 at 11:37AM Summary: The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that police lawfully used a suspect’s fingerprint to unlock his phone. This raises concerns about biometric privacy, especially for groups likely to interact with law enforcement. Experts recommend disabling biometrics when interacting with the police, citing legal ambiguities and the potential risk … Read more