160 sats \ 2 replies \ @kepford 19 Apr \ on: Cops can force suspect to unlock phone with thumbprint, US court rules privacy
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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10 sats \ 0 replies \ @DEADBEEF 19 Apr
That was my thought too. I’m pretty sure this has been the result in other court cases as well.
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10 sats \ 0 replies \ @k00b OP 19 Apr
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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