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    1 year ago

    “The ruling mentioned that officers may ask suspects to unlock phones with biometric means, like fingerprint or facial identification. Providing a passcode verbally could be called “ordinary testimony,” but unlocking a phone with your fingerprint or face is a physical act. These “two scenarios present distinct issues under the Fifth Amendment,” the court said.”

    So… They can force you to unlock by your fingerprint or face …