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Facial recognition system in Utah Criminal Law

Current through 2026 Utah legislative session

In Utah criminal law, “Facial recognition system” is a term defined by statute rather than by its everyday meaning. Its statutory definition — quoted verbatim below — controls how the term is applied throughout the Utah criminal code.

What does “Facial recognition system” mean in Utah criminal law?

"Facial recognition system" means a computer system that, for the purpose of attempting to determine the identity of an unknown individual, uses an algorithm to compare biometric data of the face of the unknown individual to facial biometric data of known individuals. (Utah Code Ann. § 77-23e-102)

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