RIGHT TO PRIVACY

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RIGHT TO PRIVACY

• A presentation by
• Stacy Leatherberry
• Kristyn Bryson
• Mandy Timms
• Lisa Wheeler
• Jacob Sabins

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What is your right to privacy?

• The right of people to be secure in their
  persons houses, papers, and effects, against
  unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be
  violated, and no warrants shall issue, but upon
  probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation,
  and particularly describing the place to be
  searched, and the persons or things to be
  seized.
• The Fourth Amendment, Bill of Rights

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Just the facts, maam

• In 1996, polls found 86 of Americans were
  somewhat or really concerned about threats to
  personal privacy.
• In 1997, 92 were concerned.
• Since 1974, 70-80 of those polled said they are
  opposed to wiretaps in the U.S.

Source Harris Equifax Electronic Privacy
Information Center.
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• 1 out of every 3 people surveyed said that they
  would be uncomfortable having their online
  activities profiled.
• 82 are VERY uncomfortable with online activities
  being merged together with information such as
  Drivers License, credit card numbers, etc.
• 72 said there should be new laws protect privacy
  on the net

Sourcewww.cdt.org/privacy/survey/findings/
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Things to think about

• Has your privacy been invaded in your lifetime?
• Do you think that personal information you give
  to companies is confidential?
• Would you object to the FBI placing a wiretap on
  your personal phone?
• Should businesses , or schools for that matter,
  require random drug tests of their employees or
  students?
• How would you feel if officials searched your
  dorm room weekly?