### Question
Can you define what biometric identification means?


### Answer
**Biometric identification** is defined as the following in *46 U.S.C. § 70123*:

> use of fingerprint and digital photography images and facial and iris scan technology and any other technology considered applicable by the Department of Homeland Security

#### Citation:
  - *46 U.S.C. § 70123*
  - Heading: **Subtitle VII-Security and Drug Enforcement > CHAPTER 701-PORT SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER I-GENERAL**

