Flock Safety cameras face expanding pushback

Automated license plate reader systems from Flock Safety are being deployed across U.S. jurisdictions, triggering privacy concerns and political opposition that has halted new installations in some areas while others expand programs. Privacy advocates and lawmakers are questioning the constitutional implications of mass surveillance databases, leading to varying policy responses across states and counties.

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