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Prisons Across the U.S. Are Quietly Building Databases of Incarcerated People’s Voice Prints

The technology also allows authorities to mine call databases and cross-reference the voices of individuals prisoners have spoken with.

George Joseph, Debbie Nathan Jan 30, 2019

Is Orange County D.A. Candidate Sending Mixed Signals on Jail Phone Company’s Contract?

Todd Spitzer blasted Global Tel Link for recording attorney-client phone calls, but his campaign won’t call on a PAC supporting his candidacy to return the company’s lobbyist’s donation.

George Joseph Oct 16, 2018