FaceTec's UR Codes Move Into Live Use by US Sheriffs, Project Lifesaver
September 03, 2026 – Summerlin, Nev. -- FaceTec, Inc. has released its UR® Codes August 2026 Update, detailing three law-enforcement and public-safety organizations now running the biometric identity credential in live deployments across the United States.
Albany County deputies gain instant cross-jurisdictional ID verification
The Albany County Sheriff's Office has upgraded standard Deputy ID cards with UR Codes, allowing partner agencies or citizens to instantly verify a deputy's identity and blocking use of lost, stolen or counterfeit credentials.
Saratoga County enables offline verification for retired officers carrying concealed firearms
The Saratoga County Sheriff's Office uses UR Codes to let out-of-state officers biometrically confirm a retiree's active qualification under the federal Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act (LEOSA/HR218), without requiring a network connection or centralized database check.