Policy · 2h ago
Activist faces felony for wiping phone during border search
A U.S. activist was charged with felony destruction of evidence after triggering a duress code that wiped his phone during a border agent interrogation. The government argues the act was illegal, while privacy advocates say it highlights the need for digital protections at ports of entry. The case could set a precedent for device security and border search powers.
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The felony charge underscores the legal gray area around device security features and border search authority, raising stakes for travelers who use such tools.
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