Navigating Biometrics: Strategies to Mitigate Legal Risks

To get ahead of the compliance curve, companies must take proactive measures to establish adaptable biometrics compliance programs. This practice note discusses the legal issues regarding biometric data including the major types of biometric technologies, state and local laws governing the collection and use of biometric data, Federal Trade Commission enforcement actions, and how to mitigate legal risks when using biometric technologies in commercial operations.

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