CAPPS II has been criticized by privacy advocates, who say it will infringe on civil rights and label people as security threats actually aren't. U.S. airlines have been reluctant to comply with government regulations because of these concerns and possible law suites. All passengers would receive a number and one of three color-coded ratings which would indicate the level of risk. Suspected
. terrorists or violent criminals would be given the color of red. Thus, they would be unable to fly. Passengers who cause concerns would be labeled with the color yellow. they would the receive extra screening. "Green" passengers would only need regular screening. Information about routes and airports where there might be higher risks to security might be considered into each persons score. Go to findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_qa3937/is_200403/ai_n9358196/ for more.
