Description

The rise of fingerprint scanners, facial recognition software, and other biometric technologies has led to a growing concern about how this data is collected and used. The Colorado Privacy Act was recently amended to include biometric data, and a number of other states have introduced and passed laws that address it recently. In the absence of federal standards governing the growing use of this new type of information, a survey of state standards is the best way to research and support your best practices advice. Here s what you ll learn:

• Scope of Covered Data: Inconsistent definition of biometric information under different state laws can create confusion for businesses that operate in multiple jurisdictions. Help them comply.

• Consent Requirements: Can biometric data collection be a condition of employment or service use? What are the limits of informed consent? Experienced faculty discuss the key factors.

• Retention and Disposal: State laws require companies to have a plan, but specific time frame for retention and the level of security required can vary. Help your clients make (and stick to) a solid plan.

• Private Right of Action: Do individuals have the right to sue companies that violate biometric data privacy laws? Learn from Illinois BIPA and the class-action suits that followed. 

• Register today and prepare your business clients for proactive compliance!