An Appeals Court panel has ruled that federal agents can legally search through travelers' cell phones without reasonable suspicion, probable cause, or a warrant when they cross an international border.

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[–] 17 points 1 month ago (5 children)

Turn it off before crossing. They may ask you to power it on, which you may comply with. In my experience, biometrics don't work after a fresh boot and the device password must be entered before biometric unlocking works.

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  • [–] 22 points 1 month ago (4 children)

    That prevents them from getting into your phone, but probably prevents you from getting across the border too.

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  • [–] 20 points 1 month ago (2 children)

    Encrypt all your real devices and use a dummy phone to cross. If you get questioned, give lawyer contact info and say nothing else

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