1. United States
2. Ariz.
3. Letter

Montana has taken an important step to protect civil liberties by closing the data broker loophole that allows law enforcement to purchase sensitive personal information from data brokers without a warrant. This practice undermines the Fourth Amendment protections against unreasonable searches and seizures. Other states should follow Montana's lead and enact similar legislation to uphold privacy rights and prevent law enforcement from circumventing due process requirements. Closing this loophole is crucial to safeguarding citizens' digital privacy and preventing the unchecked expansion of surveillance capabilities. The right to privacy should not be disregarded simply because personal data is available for purchase on the commercial market. Arizona can demonstrate its commitment to civil liberties by introducing and passing legislation that prohibits law enforcement from acquiring sensitive data through data brokers without proper legal authorization and oversight. This would align Arizona with upholding constitutional principles and protect the privacy rights of its residents in the digital age.