Publisher's Synopsis
This volume contains the 1974 hearings before the Subcommittee on Constitutional Rights of the Senate Judiciary Committee regarding "Criminal Justice Data Banks." Focusing on Volume 1, these hearings provide valuable insight into the concerns surrounding the collection, storage, and use of criminal justice data by the federal government.
The content explores the balance between law enforcement needs and the protection of individual liberties. This historical record offers essential primary source material for researchers and students interested in legal history, civil rights, and the evolution of government surveillance practices. These hearings highlight critical discussions about privacy, due process, and the role of technology in shaping the criminal justice system.
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