Facial recognition technology and its use as evidence in criminal proceedings

Abstract

The present article addresses the integration of facial recognition technology in public surveillance for social control by security forces, especially its compatibility as evidence within the criminal process. It questions whether evidence produced through facial recognition technology can be considered lawful for use in criminal proceedings, given the absence of specific regulation. The study aims to define facial recognition, analyze how this technology has been employed by public security forces, and identify whether facial recognition is compatible with evidence production in criminal proceedings. Through an exploratory approach, the article suggests facial recognition as a form of digital evidence. It concludes that, under certain conditions, facial recognition technology aligns with legal standards and can serve as a valid means to establish identity in criminal processes.