Hawaii SB2049 prohibits law enforcement from using biometric surveillance technology unless specific conditions are met.

Hawaii SB2049 amends Chapter 139 of the Hawaii Revised Statutes to prohibit law enforcement agencies and officers from using biometric surveillance technology, such as facial recognition software, unless there is a reasonable suspicion that a person has committed a crime or a warrant has been issued based on probable cause. The bill also restricts the use of such technology in emergencies involving immediate danger of death or serious physical injury. This Act does not affect rights, duties, penalties, or proceedings that were already in motion before its effective date.

Hawaii SB2049 prohibits law enforcement from using biometric surveillance technology unless specific conditions are met.

Hawaii SB2049 amends Chapter 139 of the Hawaii Revised Statutes to prohibit law enforcement agencies and officers from using biometric surveillance technology, such as facial recognition software, unless there is a reasonable suspicion that a person has committed a crime or a warrant has been issued based on probable cause. The bill also restricts the use of such technology in emergencies involving immediate danger of death or serious physical injury. This Act does not affect rights, duties, penalties, or proceedings that were already in motion before its effective date.