Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA)
The Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (740 ILCS 14) is the most comprehensive US state biometric privacy law. Enacted in 2008, it regulates the collection, use, safeguarding, handling, storage, retention, and destruction of biometric identifiers and biometric information. Notable for its private right of action allowing individuals to sue for violations, with statutory damages of $1,000-$5,000 per violation.
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Framework Domains (4)
Consent and Notice Requirements
Section 15: Requirements before collecting biometric data
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| BIPA-SEC15a | Written Informed Consent Required |
| BIPA-SEC15b | Disclosure and Profit Prohibition |
| BIPA-SEC15c | Disclosure Restriction |
Data Handling and Security
Sections 15(d)-(e): Retention, destruction, and storage requirements
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| BIPA-SEC15d | Retention and Destruction Policy |
| BIPA-SEC15e | Storage and Protection Requirements |
Definitions and Scope
Sections 5-10: Key definitions and covered entities
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| 7012(a) | Definitions |
| 7012(b)(1) | Covered Defence Information Identification |
| 7012(b)(2) | Scope of Protected Systems |
| 7012(b)(3) | COTS Exclusion |
| BIPA-SEC5-1 | Biometric Identifier Definition |
| BIPA-SEC5-2 | Biometric Information Definition |
| BIPA-SEC5-3 | Private Entity Definition |
| CTDPA-1 | Definitions |
| CTDPA-2 | Applicability Thresholds |
| MSA-5 | Definition of Modern Slavery |
| MSA-Commonwealth | Commonwealth Entities |
| MSA-Threshold | Revenue Threshold |
| NAIC-668-1 | Title and Purpose |
| NAIC-668-3 | Definitions |
| NAIC-668-9 | Exemptions |
Enforcement and Remedies
Legal enforcement and litigation
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| 28 CFR 36.504 | Civil penalties |
| 42 USC 12188(a) | Private enforcement |
| 42 USC 12188(b) | DOJ enforcement |
| DOJ Settlement | Consent decree remedies |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA)?
Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA) is a compliance framework from United States with 4 domains and 24 controls. The Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (740 ILCS 14) is the most comprehensive US state biometric privacy law. Enacted in 2008, it regulates the collection, use, safeguarding, handling, storage, retention, and destruction of biometric identifiers and biometric information. Notable for its private right of action allowing individuals to sue for violations, with statutory damages of $1,000-$5,000 per violation. It is used by organisations to establish and maintain compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
How many controls does Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA) have?
Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA) has 24 controls organised across 4 domains. The largest domains are Definitions and Scope (15 controls), Enforcement and Remedies (4 controls), Consent and Notice Requirements (3 controls). Each control defines specific requirements that organisations must implement to achieve compliance.
What frameworks does Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA) map to?
Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA) maps to 620 other compliance frameworks. The top mapping partners are NAIC Insurance Data Security Model Law (MDL-668) (29% coverage), AASB S2 Climate-related Disclosures (29% coverage), DFARS 252.204-7012 — Safeguarding Covered Defense Information (29% coverage). Use our comparison tool to explore control-level mappings between frameworks.
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