The Biometric Database Law is an Israeli law passed by the Knesset in December 2009. It mandates the collection of fingerprints and facial contours (or facial scans) from all Israeli citizens and residents, integrating this biometric data into digital identity cards and passports. The law establishes a central biometric government database to facilitate identification, manage access control, and assist law enforcement in locating suspects. Implementation is gradual, with the initial phase making inclusion in the central database voluntary.