Law Enforcement
Coronavirus Fraudsters Keep Prosecutors Busy
State AGs track millions in false loan and unemployment claims.
Bill Calls for Federally Funded Research on Police Use of Force and Facial Recognition
The legislation would authorize millions to underpin the efforts it mandates.
Police Ties to Ring Home Surveillance Come Under Scrutiny
Many law enforcement agencies have been adopting a less sophisticated system of camera registries based on information volunteered by residents.
Justice Gets 15 Guilty Pleas for International Crime Ring that Laundered Money Through Cryptocurrency Exchanges
The case demonstrates law enforcement could be up to the challenge of tackling the anonymity tool, one expert says.
DHS Wants to Know What the Public Thinks About Using Drones During Emergencies
A forthcoming survey will ask people about their knowledge of unmanned aerial systems and how they are used, and their opinions on the ethical implications.
Senator Questions How Clearview AI’s Facial Recognition Tech is Put to Use on Protesters
Sen. Ed Markey sent his latest letter to the company this week.
Policing Reform Bill Would Prohibit Embedding Facial Recognition in Body Cameras
The Justice in Policing Act contains several restrictions on the use of facial biometric technologies for federal, state and local law enforcement.
Lessons for American Police From Hong Kong
The city’s force had dubbed itself “Asia’s Finest.” Now it is seen by many as an occupying force.
DOJ Says Foreign Actors Trying to Fuel Violence at Protests Through Misinformation
The nation’s chief law enforcement official said adversaries are using digital means to increase unrest in the United States.
See What the Federal Response to D.C. Protests Looks Like
The officers reportedly volunteered for the assignment and received training to deescalate tensions.
ICE Outlines How Investigators Rely on Third-Party Facial Recognition Services
In a newly released impact assessment, the immigration enforcement agency details its use of facial biometrics and the privacy implications involved.
Did That Drone Just Tell Us to Stay 6 Feet Apart?
At least 40 law enforcement agencies across the country have used drones in the past few months for coronavirus-related purposes.
How the Justice Department is Permitted to Use Counter-Drone Technology
The guidance enables the agency and its subcomponents to intercept, damage or destroy threatening drones in some cases.
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