The idea was to provide some clarity on the issue of searches of computers and other digital devices when travelers enter the U.S. However, while Thursday’s announcement of new Department of Homeland Security policies for border inspections was greeted as a good first step by some, they didn’t completely quiet privacy rights groups. The new rules help government officials walk the fine line between protecting Americans and ensuring their constitutional rights, according to DHS Secretary Janet Napolitano.
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Rights Groups Demand More Info on Arbitrary DHS Laptop Searches
Posted by: Renay San Miguel August 28, 2009 11:52 AMThe idea was to provide some clarity on the issue of searches of computers and other digital devices when travelers enter the U.S. However, while Thursday’s announcement of new Department of Homeland Security policies for border inspections was greeted as a good first step by some, they didn’t completely quiet privacy rights groups. The new rules help government officials walk the fine line between protecting Americans and ensuring their constitutional rights, according to DHS Secretary Janet Napolitano.