“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 …
“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 …