Flock backs state rules for its license plate cameras, but draws the line at warrants
As Arizona Capitol Times reports, Flock policy director Andrea Korb told an R Street Institute webinar that the company supports state-by-state legislation governing its camera technology. It expects a wave of bills in 2027, with lawmakers interested even in states that have recently passed restrictions. Read Entire Article
Flock, a surveillance company, is supporting state rules for its license plate cameras but remains firm against the requirement of obtaining warrants before searching its databases. This stance, as reported by TechSpot, is a compromise between the public's concerns over the technology and Flock's desire to maintain the effectiveness of its systems.
While Flock has already implemented changes to its policies, such as reducing the default data retention period and introducing automated misuse detection, the debate over warrant requirements continues.
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