Surveillance Tech Misuse Raises Concerns Over Civil Liberties

The deployment of facial recognition and predictive policing technologies by law enforcement has led to significant privacy and discrimination issues, particularly affecting communities of color.

• Studies reveal facial recognition software's inherent biases against people with darker skin tones, leading to misidentifications and false arrests.
• The misuse of surveillance technologies like predictive policing algorithms perpetuates systemic discrimination and over-policing of communities of color.
• Instances of unwarranted surveillance erode trust between marginalized communities and law enforcement, compromising the Fourth Amendment.
• The economic well-being and mental health of individuals are negatively impacted by surveillance technology misuse.
• Addressing the issue requires transparency, accountability, and community engagement to ensure ethical use and eliminate biases.

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