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VT H0195
VT H0195An act relating to use of facial recognition technology by law enforcement in cases involving sexual exploitation of children
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Introduced
02/05/2021
02/05/2021
In Committee
04/20/2021
04/20/2021
Crossed Over
03/11/2021
03/11/2021
Passed
04/28/2021
04/28/2021
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
05/04/2021
05/04/2021
Introduced Session
2021-2022 Session
Bill Summary
This bill proposes to permit law enforcement to utilize facial recognition technology in the investigation of certain crimes provided the search is solely confined to locating images of an individual within electronic media legally seized by law enforcement in relation to the specific investigation.
AI Summary
This bill permits law enforcement to use facial recognition technology in the investigation of cases involving the sexual exploitation of children under 13 years old. The use of facial recognition is limited to situations where law enforcement has an image of an individual they believe to be a victim, potential victim, or suspect, and the search is confined to locating images of that individual within electronic media legally seized as part of the specific investigation. The bill takes effect upon passage.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
House message: Governor approved bill on May 4, 2021 (on 05/06/2021)
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