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us-news5 days ago•388 min saved

Flock camera errors lead to wrongful detentions and jail time

Flock Safety’s automated license plate readers are causing false alerts that lead to wrongful police stops and detentions. NBC News reports that five individuals were pulled over or jailed after the system incorrectly flagged their vehicles. One electrician was jailed for nearly two weeks after a false alert triggered a police response. The technology indiscriminately captures photos of passing cars, leading to errors that result in frightening encounters for innocent motorists.

via NBC News|

#civil-liberties #flock-safety #license-plate-readers

crime14 days ago•1 min saved

Oak Brook mall shooting victim identified; suspects released after evidence review

Police identified 28-year-old Justin Hill as the victim of a fatal shooting at Oakbrook Center mall on Wednesday. Three suspects were initially detained but released without charges after a review of evidence. Investigators credited automated license plate readers with quickly locating the fleeing vehicle, though the technology remains controversial due to privacy concerns.

via CBS News|

#crime #justin-hill #license-plate-readers

technology-and-privacy14 days ago

St. Lucie County Uncovers 11 Unclaimed Flock Cameras Amid Statewide Removal Order

St. Lucie County, Florida, discovered 14 unpermitted Flock automated license plate reader (ALPR) cameras during a statewide removal effort. While the Sheriff's Office claimed three devices without explaining the lack of permits, 11 remain unclaimed. Officials have placed plastic covers on the cameras and issued a 30-day notice for removal, with deadlines expiring between October 16 and 20. The incident highlights ongoing concerns over unauthorized surveillance and data privacy in the US.

via TechSpot|

#flock-safety #florida-dot #license-plate-readers

technology15 days ago•4 min saved

St. Lucie County Uncovers 11 Ownerless Flock Cameras Amid Statewide Removal Order

St. Lucie County, Florida, discovered 14 unpermitted Flock license-plate reader cameras on local roads, 11 of which lack clear ownership. While the sheriff’s office claimed three devices without explaining the lack of permits, residents and officials expressed alarm over potential data misuse. The discovery coincides with a statewide mandate to remove such cameras from state roads, though local officials are currently negotiating with Flock to ensure removal by the October 20 deadline.

via Ars Technica|

#flock-safety #florida #license-plate-readers

us-news16 days ago•20 min saved

St. Lucie County Finds 14 Unpermitted Flock Cameras Amid Statewide Removal Order

St. Lucie County officials discovered 14 unpermitted Flock license-plate reader cameras, 11 of which have no clear owner, raising privacy concerns. This discovery occurs as Florida enforces a statewide order requiring the removal of such devices from state roads by late September, following backlash over surveillance misuse.

via The Washington Post|

#data-privacy #flock-safety #florida-surveillance

technology-and-surveillance1 month ago•6 min saved

Hacker Breach Exposes Flock Camera’s Hidden People Tracking and Massive Data Volume

A hacker collective named stegan0gram physically removed a Flock Safety camera, recovered its encryption keys, and shared the data with 404 Media and WIRED. The analysis reveals the device captures over 1.6 million images in 21 days, explicitly detects people, and stores data accessible to thousands of agencies nationwide.

via 404 Media|

#data-breach #flock-safety #license-plate-readers

technology1 month ago•17 min saved

Trump endorses Flock cameras despite national backlash

President Donald Trump publicly endorsed Flock Safety's license-plate surveillance cameras, stating he supports the technology for law enforcement purposes. This stance contrasts with growing public opposition and recent regulatory actions in states like Florida and Texas.

via The Washington Post|

#donald-trump #flock-safety #license-plate-readers

law-and-order1 month ago•15 min saved

Florida woman sues after license plate camera data leads to wrongful 13-day jail stint

A Florida woman spent 13 days in jail after police relied on automated license plate reader data to link her to a fatal crash, despite evidence suggesting she was elsewhere. Prosecutors later dropped charges and arrested a different suspect. The case has intensified backlash against Flock Safety cameras, prompting state and local officials to remove or restrict the technology.

via Fox News|

#civil-rights-lawsuit #flock-safety #florida-surveillance

technology-and-privacy1 month ago•13 min saved

Florida’s Flock Camera Ban Leaves Hundreds of Surveillance Devices Operational

Florida’s mandate to remove automated license plate readers from state highways has not significantly reduced the state’s surveillance footprint. While agencies like the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office have suspended all programs, the majority of cameras remain on local roads, city streets, and private properties. Privacy advocates argue the state’s action is insufficient, noting that over 2,000 cameras still operate in South Florida, while law enforcement groups warn that the sudden removal risks public safety without clear transition plans.

via Miami Herald|

#flock-safety #florida-dot #license-plate-readers

public-safety-and-privacy1 month ago•1 min saved

Columbus Halts Flock Cameras After Officer Suspected of Stalking; Ohio Lawmakers Seek Statewide Limits

Columbus Mayor Andrew Ginther paused the city's use of Flock Safety license plate readers following an investigation into Officer Melvin Tellis, who allegedly searched a single plate over 270 times for personal reasons. While Ginther supports the technology's utility in solving crimes, he ordered a third-party audit and suspended Tellis. Simultaneously, bipartisan Ohio lawmakers urged the state transportation department to halt new permits for such surveillance, citing privacy risks.

via The Columbus Dispatch|

#andrew-ginther #columbus-police #flock-safety

crime-and-public-safety1 month ago•14 min saved

Florida's 'De-Flocking' Order Triggers Widespread Removal of License Plate Readers

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has ordered the removal of automated license plate readers from state highways, prompting a rapid cascade of local government actions across Central Florida. The Florida Department of Transportation revoked permits for these cameras, citing privacy concerns and misuse, while local sheriffs and city councils in Orange, Osceola, Lake, and Seminole counties have suspended or dismantled their own networks. Law enforcement officials argue the technology is vital for solving crimes, but residents and privacy advocates contend the surveillance is excessive and unconstitutional.

via Orlando Sentinel|

#crime-and-public-safety #flock-safety #florida

politics1 month ago•13 min saved

FDOT Mandates Removal of License Plate Readers from Florida State Roads

Florida’s Department of Transportation has revoked permits for automated license plate readers on state highways, forcing agencies to remove devices within 30 days. While law enforcement officials cite the loss of a critical crime-solving tool, the move follows intense public backlash over privacy and data misuse.

via Orlando Sentinel|

#fdot #flock-cameras #florida-law-enforcement

technology-and-policy1 month ago•2 min saved

Florida Mandates Removal of Flock Cameras from State Highways, Triggering Widespread Law Enforcement Pullbacks

The Florida Department of Transportation has revoked permits for automated license plate readers on state highways, requiring removal within 30 days. This move follows Governor Ron DeSantis’s concerns about surveillance and follows a national backlash against Flock Safety’s technology. Multiple Florida sheriff’s offices, including Jacksonville and Leon County, have suspended use of the cameras, citing public trust and state directives, despite acknowledging their investigative value.

via Business Insider|

#flock-safety #florida-department-of-transportation #license-plate-readers

politics1 month ago

Florida Governor DeSantis Orders Removal of Flock Cameras from State Highways

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has ordered the removal of Flock Safety license plate reader cameras from all state highways within 30 days. The Florida Department of Transportation revoked permits for these devices, citing concerns over data privacy and misuse. While the order applies only to state roads, several local sheriff’s offices and counties have voluntarily ended their own programs. Flock Safety argues the technology is vital for public safety, while critics demand broader legislative restrictions.

via WCTV|

#flock-safety #florida-department-of-transportation #license-plate-readers

politics1 month ago•3 min saved

Abbott Halts Flock Cameras Amid Bipartisan Privacy Backlash in Texas

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott paused state funding for Flock Safety's automated license-plate readers amid bipartisan concerns over privacy and potential abuse, driven by an investigation into tens of millions in state spending and reports of officers misusing the system; critics warn of unwarranted surveillance and civil-liberties risks, while supporters say the technology aids policing and many cities are re-evaluating contracts as lawmakers push for safeguards.

via The Washington Post|

#flock-safety #license-plate-readers #police-misuse