Legal Definitions - voiceprint

VOICEPRINT

A voiceprint is a unique pattern of lines and curves that is created by a machine when it measures the sounds of a person's voice. This pattern is used to identify the speaker, just like a fingerprint.

When you call your bank, you may be asked to say a specific phrase so that the voice recognition system can create a voiceprint of your voice. This way, the next time you call, the system can quickly identify you and provide you with secure access to your account.

Another example is when law enforcement agencies use voiceprints to identify suspects. They can compare the voiceprint of a suspect to recordings of the crime and determine if the suspect's voice matches.

The examples illustrate how voiceprints are used to identify individuals based on the unique pattern of their voice. Just like how each person has a unique fingerprint, each person also has a unique voiceprint. By creating a voiceprint, a machine can quickly identify a person's voice and provide secure access to their account or help law enforcement agencies identify suspects.