Biometric Data Illinois

Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA)

Summary

Regulates the collection, use, and storage of biometric identifiers like fingerprints, retina scans, and facial geometry by private entities.

Rights & Rules

01.
Right to provide written consent before biometrics are collected
02.
Right to be informed of the purpose and duration of storage
03.
Right to a publicly available retention schedule

Penalties

01.
$1,000 liquidated damages per negligent violation
02.
$5,000 liquidated damages per intentional/reckless violation
03.
Recovery of attorneys' fees and costs

Verified Citations

740 ILCS 14/

"No private entity may collect, capture, purchase, receive through trade, or otherwise obtain a person's or a customer's biometric identifier or biometric information, unless it first informs the subject."