Privacy and Data Protection Issues of Biometric Applications

A Comparative Legal Analysis

AvEls J. Kindt

Inbunden, Engelska, 2013

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Beskrivning

This book discusses all critical privacy and data protection aspects of biometric systems from a legal perspective. The author concludes with an evaluation of the proportionality principle and the application of data protection law to biometric data processing operations, mainly in the private sector.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum:2013-12-20
Mått:155 x 235 x 58 mm
Vikt:1 572 g
Format:Inbunden
Språk:Engelska
Serie:Law, Governance and Technology Series
Antal sidor:975
Upplaga:2013
Förlag:Springer
ISBN:9789400775213

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From the book reviews: "This book on privacy and data protection issues of biometric applications has been published as part of the Springer 'Law, Governance, and Technology' series. ... The book includes an extensive bibliography and a helpful index. It is well written and exhaustive. ... This worthy, interesting book is a must for those involved in bringing about new legislation concerning safeguarding privacy while employing biometric systems." (S. V. Nagaraj, Computing Reviews, July, 2014)

Innehållsförteckning

Preface; Peter Hustinx.- Acknowledgements.- Acronyms.- Table of Contents.- Introduction.- Part I: The Concept Of Biometric Data.- Chapter 1. An Introduction Into The Use Of Biometric Technology.- Section I. A Long History of Use of Biometric Characteristics.- Section II. The Functioning Of A Biometric System.- Chapter 2. Biometric Data, Data Protection and the Right To Privacy.- Section I. Biometric Data and the Concept of Personal Data.- Section II. Biological Material and Other Information Relating To Individuals.- Section III. Biometric Data, Data Protection and Privacy.- Chapter 6. Strengths and Weaknesses Of The Proportionality Principle For Biometric Applications.- Part III: Assessment and Recommendations For Strengthening The Data Protection Framework For Biometric Data.- Chapter 7. The Criteria For The Correct ‘Balancing Of Rights’.- Chapter 8. The Need For A Consistent Legal Regulation Of Biometric Data.- Chapter 9. A Legal Model For The Use Of Biometric Data In The Private Sector.- List Of Figures And Tables.- Bibliography.- Index.