LAPD halts use of Flock Safety cameras amid privacy and data concerns
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Los Angeles police suspended their three-year contract with Flock Safety over privacy and data-sharing concerns. Flock maintains its license-plate reader system captures only car images without facial recognition and typically retains data for about 30 days, with CEO Garrett Langley hoping the relationship can be renewed after policy alignment. The cameras remain active in LA and across the country, fueling ongoing debate about public safety benefits versus privacy risks.
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- Salisbury defends Flock camera network amid privacy concerns Baltimore Sun
- Costa Mesa Keeps Controversial Flock Cameras, Looks to Clean Up Contract Next Year Voice of OC
- Bradley County residents raise concerns over AI-powered Flock cameras near businesses WTVC
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