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Face recognition in prisoner e-services

Estonian prisons · Corrections and probation · 2026-09-07

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The RIK AI solutions page lists face recognition in prisoner e-services as a currently used AI solution. It says prisons can use hand-held devices with face-recognition software so prisoners can access personal data and digital court files and file appeals more efficiently.

"prisons can use hand-held computer devices with face recognition software"

Official record: rik.ee · archived copy
Read: 2026-09-07 · primary document read
Found via: RIK official AI solutions page
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