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Cops can force suspect to unlock phone with thumbprint, US court rules
(arstechnica.com)
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this post was submitted on 19 Apr 2024
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This isn't new. I've been on the passcode to unlock train for a long time because of this. It's only news in that it's been codified by the court. You can't be compelled to reveal info.
On iPhone: press and hold the lock button and either volume button for 1-2sec. It'll force a passcode despite biometrics.
Or use wrong finger for multiple times untill its locked out with pin password