Poor accountability, feeble control mechanisms, and insufficient legal frameworks have led to systematic human rights violations in the Americas, with no consistent remedy or reparation to victims. What's needed is to materialize essential guarantees and measures to combat repeated surveillance...
  • pelespirit@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
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    5 days ago

    As EFF’s guide points out, states must implement clear and precise legal frameworks that:

    • define surveillance powers and limitations;
    • ensure all surveillance measures pursue legitimate aims without discriminatory ends;
    • subject interference with privacy to rigorous necessity and proportionality analysis;
    • require prior judicial authorization for digital surveillance measures;
    • maintain detailed records of surveillance operations;
    • establish independent civilian oversight institutions with technical expertise and enforcement powers;
    • guarantee individuals’ right to informational self-determination and proper notification; and
    • provide effective remedies and reparation for victims of surveillance abuses.