Flock Safety surveillance cameras are facing widespread public backlash and legal challenges. These cameras create vehicle footprints, allowing for tracking across a nationwide network. Concerns include potential Fourth Amendment violations, as seen in a Virginia lawsuit, and unauthorized data sharing by Flock with DHS, even when local authorities did not consent. A recent incident in Arkansas saw police pull a family over at gunpoint due to a license plate misread, highlighting the technology’s failure modes and the risks of overreliance. This inaccuracy led to the family being detained, fueling activism and vandalism against these cameras in multiple states.