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US accuses American of allegedly wiping his phone using a ‘duress’ password during border search

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US accuses American of allegedly wiping his phone using a ‘duress’ password during border search

A U.S. citizen is challenging a government claim in court that he provided border authorities with a passcode that erased his phone's data. The case raises constitutional questions about privacy protections and what individuals must disclose during border searches.

Why it matters: Practitioners in privacy law, digital forensics, and border security policy should track this case as it may establish new standards for device access and data protection at U.S. borders, affecting procedures for both law enforcement and travelers.

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