Policy · 10h ago
Flock Safety Accused of Repeatedly Lying to City Councils and Police
The ACLU reports that Flock Safety, a company selling automated license plate readers, has repeatedly misled city councils, police departments, and the public about its technology's capabilities and data practices. The company allegedly overstated the accuracy of its cameras and downplayed privacy risks. These findings raise serious concerns about transparency and accountability in policing technology.
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The ACLU's detailed allegations suggest Flock's credibility is in tatters, but the broader lesson is that cities must demand independent audits before adopting surveillance tech.
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