U.S. Cities Reject Flock Safety Cameras Amid Privacy Concerns
A growing number of U.S. cities are rejecting or deactivating Flock Safety's Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) cameras due to privacy concerns and issues related to data sharing and government surveillance. Over 95 cities have rejected ALPR systems, while others have canceled existing contracts or declined to renew agreements. Critics argue that the technology creates extensive databases of drivers' movements, raising questions about data storage and access. Despite these concerns, supporters claim the cameras are valuable tools for law enforcement in solving crimes. Recent decisions by cities like El Cerrito, California, and Appleton, Wisconsin, reflect a broader pushback against surveillance technologies. 
