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Facial recognition – a tool for identity verification at the local council counter
- Publication category
- Impactful algorithms
- Impact assessment
- DPIA
- Status
- In use
General information
Theme
Begin date
Contact information
Responsible use
Goal and impact
The algorithm assists the counter staff member in comparing a live facial image with the photograph on an identity document. The staff member is shown an indication and, where applicable, a comparison score, on the basis of which they can assess whether the person and the document match. The aim is to prevent identity fraud (such as look-alike fraud) and to enhance the reliability of data in the BRP.
Considerations
The algorithm is a tool that supports visual checks. It helps to ensure accurate identity verification without replacing human judgement.
Human intervention
The employee assesses the result. In case of doubt, a colleague is consulted (the four-eyes principle).
Risk management
No biometric data is stored. The entire facial comparison is carried out locally within the secure municipal infrastructure; no biometric data or other data is transmitted via the internet or stored externally. The facial comparison is temporary and visible only to authorised staff. The application is standardised for all citizens and includes access controls, thereby limiting the risk of profiling or unlawful processing.
Legal basis
Links to legal bases
Impact assessment
Operations
Data
Live image of the individual and the image from the identity document (e.g. photo on the chip or MRZ).
Technical design
The algorithm uses facial comparison based on deep learning technology. The software is integrated into the counter application and utilises underlying APIs (e.g. C++, Java, .NET, BioAPI 2.0). A comparison score is generated and no biometric data is stored. Processing takes place locally.
External provider
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