Finland restricts use of passport biometric data for investigations

Finland's constitutional committee prohibits police from unilaterally deciding on the use of passport biometric data.

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The debate now focuses on which authority should grant access, whether a court or another body.

This decision aims to strengthen personal data protection in criminal investigations.

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