automatic license plate readers

During Border Report Live, an immigrant advocacy group from Ohio urged communities to prevent the use of surveillance technology. The organization specifically called for preventing the deployment of Flock cameras and automatic license plate readers.

Nearly 800 rural law enforcement agencies use Automatic License Plate Readers (ALPRs), with 80% using Flock Safety cameras. Critics argue these tools violate privacy, as Flock's AI-enabled systems collect sensitive data and are used for purposes like tracking individuals and aiding ICE. The American Civil Liberties Union highlights concerns about expansive surveillance capabilities.

North Carolina has made its license plate reader pilot program permanent, allowing the State Bureau of Investigation to place cameras on state highways and maintained roads. The program, operational since 2024, was used by 32 agencies and read over 3 million plates in Cabarrus County, with law enforcement highlighting its value in solving crimes. The American Civil Liberties Union of North Carolina raised concerns about potential misuse, while a resident acknowledged public skepticism about the technology.

Deflock has mapped 100,000 Automatic License Plate Readers (ALPRs) across the United States. The article provides a link to the organization's website and Hacker News comments section with 15 points and 2 comments.