Nevada legislators target Flock with license plate reader bill request
Nevada lawmakers are aiming to pass a bill that would boost oversight of Flock cameras as scrutiny of the automatic license plate readers intensifies.
TL;DR
- Nevada lawmakers are requesting a bill to enhance oversight of Flock cameras and other automated license plate readers.
- The proposed bill would require written policies, lawful use training, and data protection compliance for agencies using ALPR systems.
- Independent audits would be conducted to verify compliance with the new regulations.
- The Flock camera system captures digital fingerprints of all passing vehicles, raising concerns about long-term tracking and privacy.
- Many municipalities, school districts, and businesses use Flock cameras, with data potentially shared across agencies.
- Nevada's move follows similar actions in other states like West Virginia, Indiana, Arizona, Pennsylvania, and Washington, with some cities terminating contracts with Flock Safety.
- Conservative states have also enacted laws to protect data collected by license plate readers.