EFF and Civil Society Groups Call on Nottinghamshire Police to Halt Live Face Recognition
Summary
The EFF and several civil society groups have urged Nottinghamshire Police to halt the deployment of live facial recognition (LFR) technology. They argue that LFR constitutes mass surveillance, treats everyone as a suspect by default, and raises concerns about disproportionate targeting, particularly of young people for low-level offenses.
IFF Assessment
The deployment of live facial recognition technology by law enforcement is considered a negative development for privacy and civil liberties, representing an escalation of surveillance.
Defender Context
The increasing use of live facial recognition technology by law enforcement raises significant privacy concerns and has implications for how individuals interact in public spaces. Defenders should be aware of the potential for misidentification and the chilling effect such surveillance can have on freedom of expression and association.