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Cops can force suspect to unlock phone with thumbprint, US court rules (arstechnica.com)

submitted 2 months ago by [email protected] to c/[email protected]

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The legal situation is more complex and nuanced than the headline implies, so the article is worth reading. This adds another ruling to the confusing case history regarding forced biometric unlocking.

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[–] [email protected] 29 points 2 months ago (15 children)

This isn't new. I've been on the passcode to unlock train for a long time because of this. It's only news in that it's been codified by the court. You can't be compelled to reveal info.

On iPhone: press and hold the lock button and either volume button for 1-2sec. It'll force a passcode despite biometrics.

[–] [email protected] 9 points 2 months ago

You can also turn your phone off. Phones require a passcode after booting up.

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