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What is NYC AC § 22-1204?

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This section outlines the applicability of regulations regarding the collection and use of biometric identifier information. It specifies that certain entities, including government agencies and financial institutions, are exempt from these regulations. Applies to entities handling biometric data in New York City.

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§ 22-1204 Applicability.

AC § 22-1204

a. Nothing in this chapter shall apply to the collection, storage, sharing or use of biometric identifier information by government agencies, employees or agents. b. The disclosure required by subdivision a of section 22-1202 shall not apply to: 1. Financial institutions.

2.Biometric identifier information collected through photographs or video recordings, if: (i) the images or videos collected are not analyzed by software or applications that identify, or that assist with the identification of, individuals based on physiological or biological characteristics, and (ii) the images or video are not shared with, sold or leased to third-parties other than law enforcement agencies. (L.L. 2021/003, 1/10/2021, eff. 7/9/2021)

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