Flock Safety license plate reader cameras are being removed from streets nationwide due to public backlash over data-sharing practices and potential misuse. However, many communities are simply switching to competing vendors like Axon, leading privacy advocates to argue that surveillance continues despite the camera brand change. While some new contracts claim to offer better data control and shorter retention periods, critics argue these local restrictions are insufficient to prevent federal access or vendor changes down the line. Despite law enforcement touting the technology as crucial for crime-fighting, concerns persist about its impact on civil liberties and the potential for a pervasive surveillance state.