New York City Enacts A Biometric Privacy Law

Earlier this year, New York City passed a law restricting the collection and/or use of biometric technology by certain businesses.  The new law goes into effect July 9, meaning applicable businesses have a couple more weeks to prepare themselves for its requirements.  Businesses need only look to similar laws in other states, particularly Illinois, for a glimpse at the litigation that may come should they fail to abide by the new law’s provisions....
By: Patterson Belknap Webb & Tyler LLP

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