EPIC Urges Sixth Circuit to Protect Voter Privacy and Refuse to Enforce DOJ’s Voter Roll Demand
Summary
EPIC has filed an amicus brief with the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals, advocating against the Department of Justice's demand for Michigan's voter rolls. The organization argues that releasing voter data infringes upon voter privacy and constitutes an unlawful demand.
IFF Assessment
FRIEND
This is good news for defenders as it upholds the principle of data privacy and limits potential misuse of sensitive personal information.
Defender Context
This case highlights the ongoing struggle to protect personal data from government or third-party access. Defenders should remain vigilant about privacy regulations and advocate for strong data protection measures to prevent unauthorized data collection and potential misuse.