03
Apr
2025
Ohio has officially banned the use of speed enforcement cameras in counties and townships, a decision made as part of a larger transportation budget bill. While this ban aims to address concerns over public safety and financial motivations behind speed cameras, cities and villages retain the ability to use them, leading to ongoing debates about traffic enforcement practices.
3 min read
03
Apr
2025
Ann Arbor, Michigan has settled a class action lawsuit regarding the unconstitutional practice of chalking car tires for parking enforcement, offering $1 to affected individuals after a federal ruling deemed it a violation of the Fourth Amendment.
3 min read
03
Apr
2025
Texas is set to replace temporary paper tags with metal plates due to rising criminal activity linked to the misuse of paper tags. This change, effective July 1, aims to enhance law enforcement's ability to track vehicles and improve efficiency for car dealers.
4 min read
26
Mar
2025
Under the guise of community safety, Stanwood's installation of 14 license plate cameras is rapidly transforming public spaces into zones of pervasive monitoring. Despite assurances that they only capture still images, critics argue that these devices represent a covert expansion of state surveillance, eroding privacy under the pretext of deterring crime.
4 min read
24
Mar
2025
The City of Palatka is advancing a proposal to implement automated speed cameras in designated school zones. This initiative, supported by the police department, aims to deter speeding in areas frequented by children, with civil violations issued for those exceeding the speed limit.
3 min read
24
Mar
2025
The Gig Harbor City Council is set to vote on the installation of ten Flock Safety automated license plate readers (ALPRs) to enhance crime-solving capabilities, following Lakewood's successful implementation of similar technology. However, the proposal has ignited a debate over privacy and surveillance, with council members expressing concerns about data security and potential misuse by third parties.
4 min read
24
Mar
2025
New York City has impounded over 4,000 vehicles in a crackdown on ghost license plates, which are altered or obscured plates used to evade traffic enforcement. The initiative has led to numerous arrests and significant fines for toll evasion, with new regulations set to take effect soon.
3 min read
24
Mar
2025
Residents of Edgewood are divided over the installation of school zone cameras, with some viewing them as essential for safety while others see them as a revenue-generating tool for the city. The debate highlights concerns about traffic safety, the allocation of funds, and the effectiveness of the cameras in reducing speeding.
3 min read
23
Mar
2025
Under the pretense of enhanced public safety, Lincoln County is deploying over 30 Flock cameras--devices that operate as pervasive surveillance tools--to monitor daily activities and track citizens, all while masquerading as crime prevention measures.
2 min read