New York · A01447 · 2025 session
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.
Introducedreferred to governmental operations · Jan 7, 2026
In plain language
Prohibits the use of facial recognition and biometric information as the sole factor in establishing probable cause to detain or arrest an individual. The bill requires additional corroborating evidence before law enforcement can act on a biometric match alone. It applies to police and other law enforcement agencies.
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Legislative history
2 actions · newest first- Jan 7, 2026Assemblyreferred to governmental operations
- Jan 9, 2025Assemblyreferred to governmental operations