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Face Recognition Policy Development Template for State, Local, and Tribal Criminal Intelligence and Investigative Activities


This resource was developed by state, local, and federal law enforcement, privacy, and criminal justice partners to provide law enforcement, fusion centers, and other public safety agencies with a framework for developing face recognition policies that comply with applicable laws, reduce privacy risks, implement minimum required training for authorized users and examiners, and establish entity accountability and oversight.

Date Published: February 14, 2018