Can Facial Recognition Software Lead to False Arrests? In the U.S., facial recognition technology has already led to false arrests, excessive use of force, and malicious prosecution. In 2014, a Denver man was arrested for two bank robberies after police relied on facial recognition software used by the FBI. According to a report, the man sued police for $10 million over the excessive force, medical trauma, and other damages that stemmed from it. The case is obviously an extreme example of police misconduct, but it highlights the very real dangers of facial recognition technology. If you have been wrongly accused of a crime, you should speak with an experienced Texas criminal defense lawyer as soon as possible.