Interesting. I thought this was already the case. I believe they can't compel you to enter a code because that is something you know not something you have. Its BS either way.
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That was my thought too. I’m pretty sure this has been the result in other court cases as well.
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I think this is just the courts saying the practice isn’t a violation of the 5th amendment.
I wonder what’s been tried so far. Then again I’m not sure what other protest you can make.
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Best practice is to shutdown phone when in this situation. Then passcode is required.
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TIP: In iPhone you can discretely block biometric login by simultaneously pressing volume & lock buttons. You can easily do that even in the pocket or while taking the phone out.
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Not if I cut off my fingertips! /s
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30 sats \ 0 replies \ @ek 19 Apr
I've heard of climate activists who burn off their fingertips to avoid identification during protests
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10 sats \ 0 replies \ @Wumbo 19 Apr
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Lol. They'd just pick it up and use it.
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Try me
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