Ithaca’s adoption of Flock Safety’s automated license plate readers (ALPRs) raises significant civil liberties concerns, particularly for vulnerable communities. Despite assurances that data will not be misused, Flock’s AI-powered cameras scan billions of plates regardless of criminal activity. The technology has a documented history of misuse, including stalking and unauthorized data access by federal agencies like ICE, circumventing local sanctuary status. While Ithaca PD claims data will not be used for personal gain or sold to third parties, the potential for future exploitation and lack of robust regulation is a serious threat. Numerous cities have already canceled Flock contracts, highlighting the widespread distrust in the vendor’s surveillance capabilities. The article advocates for Ithaca to follow suit and end its reliance on this technology.