Map Shows Cities That Have Kept Flock Cameras
Summary
Some U.S. cities have decided to keep using Flock Safety’s automated license plate-reading cameras but with new rules about how to use the data. These cameras help police with crime investigations and finding stolen vehicles, but many people are concerned about privacy and how the information could be misused.Key Facts
- Cities like San Francisco, Costa Mesa, Oklahoma City, Evansville, and College Station have kept or renewed contracts to use Flock cameras.
- New limits include requiring approval for police to access data, shortening how long data is saved, and restricting sharing with federal agencies.
- San Francisco deletes data after 30 days on Flock’s platform but police may keep it for up to a year.
- Costa Mesa shortened data storage from 365 days to 45 days and is renegotiating contracts for better data control.
- Oklahoma City reduced data retention from 30 to 7 days and restricts federal access, paying $270,000 to keep 90 cameras.
- Evansville included funding for cameras in its 2027 budget despite public privacy worries.
- Police in some cities say the cameras help solve serious crimes like homicides and recover stolen property.
- Public debates in some cities focus on balancing safety benefits with privacy concerns, especially for vulnerable groups.
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