IDEMIA Identity and Security (I&S) North America has launched its newest product, the IDent 2.0, a compact handheld device that captures the biometrics of potential suspects and delivers real-time identification in the field.
The company highlights that rapid identification in the field improves operational efficiency and keeps officers safe by providing an easy way to obtain a subject’s criminal history and warrant information.
IDEMIA says that IDent 2.0 is a successor to the IDEMIA MorphoIDent handheld device and has been upgraded, including its biometric capabilities, with a Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) certified Fingerprint Acquisition Profile (FAP)-30 optical fingerprint sensor, a larger display area with optional touchscreen, increased battery life and the addition of a rear facing camera, for suspect photo capture.
According to IDEMIA, an improved pairing process makes Bluetooth connection fast and easy with an extended estimated range of 200ft. The IDent 2.0 is designed to capture up to ten fingerprints, transfer biometric information to the mobile connection application and display results from multiple criminal databases. The IDent 2.0 can also be expanded to support the ability to read ISO compliant mobile IDs.
“As a long-time partner to the law enforcement community, we strive to continue to develop innovative products and solutions to aid officers in suspect identification and apprehension in a way that is quick, efficient and safe. The IDent 2.0 checks all those boxes,” said Casey Mayfield, Senior Vice President, Justice and Public Safety, IDEMIA Identity and Security North America.
IDEMIA had partnered with several law enforcement agencies, like the Sacramento County Sherriff’s Office to pilot the use of IDent 2.0 in the field, using biometrics to verify identities.
“Keeping our community and officers safe is our top priority. The newly released IDent 2.0 device makes it easier to capture great quality prints for quick identification,” said Christie Fleeman, Regional Cal-ID Program Manager for Sacramento County.
“The upgrades have made this device extremely easy to use with overwhelmingly positive feedback from the field. With this next-generation technology, IDEMIA has really heard the needs of the law enforcement community and produced a product that we will use throughout Sacramento County law enforcement agencies.”