Biometric Privacy: Mitigating Legal Risks When Using Biometric Technologies

Summary

This practice note discusses the legal issues regarding biometric data. Specifically, this note covers the major types of biometric technologies, state and local laws governing the collection and use of biometric data, Federal Trade Commission enforcement, and how to mitigate legal risks when using biometric technologies in commercial operations. To get ahead of the compliance curve, companies must take proactive measures to establish adaptable biometric privacy compliance programs. Doing so will facilitate compliance with current biometric privacy laws and allow businesses to adeptly respond to the ever-expanding web of biometric privacy laws.