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French court: refusing to disclose mobile passcode to law enforcement is a crime
The French Court of Cassation has ruled that people who are suspected or accused of a crime are obliged to reveal the passcode of their mobile phone to the investigative authorities.
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Society, Policy & CultureSecurity & Privacy2022
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| Submitted | Title on HN | Points | Comments |
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| Nov 10, 2022 | French court: refusing to disclose mobile passcode to law enforcement is a crime by miles | 313 | 196 |
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