Instructor: Attorney Joseph Race — Daigle Law Group
Emerging technologies are reshaping how law enforcement collects information, manages evidence, and interacts with the public, often faster than policy and legal standards can keep pace. Artificial intelligence, facial recognition, drones, body-worn cameras, and digital evidence systems now intersect directly with First Amendment protections involving speech, recording, and public access to information. This session examines how modern technologies create new constitutional challenges and operational risks for agencies. Students will explore current legal trends, policy considerations, and real-world scenarios where technology and the First Amendment collide, with a focus on balancing innovation, transparency, privacy, and constitutional accountability.