• brianorca@lemmy.world
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      7 months ago

      I’m this case, the defendant was on parole, so there was already a court order allowing the search of his devices.

    • capital@lemmy.world
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      7 months ago

      Payne conceded that “the use of biometrics to open an electronic device is akin to providing a physical key to a safe” but argued it is still a testimonial act because it “simultaneously confirm[s] ownership and authentication of its contents,” the court said. “However, Payne was never compelled to acknowledge the existence of any incriminating information. He merely had to provide access to a source of potential information.”

      If you can be compelled to hand over a key to a safe, I can see how that translates to putting your thumb on the scanner.

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      7 months ago

      The constitution is only used to protect property rights of the owners and the power of managers. The working class is not often afforded it’s protections.