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Surveillance, Privacy Concerns Raised in Debate Over Flock Cameras in Oakland

Sep

2025

Surveillance, Privacy Concerns Raised in Debate Over Flock Cameras in Oakland

A debate in Oakland, CA, over the use of Flock Safety's license plate reader cameras pits public safety arguments against privacy and civil liberties concerns.

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Flock Stops Sharing Surveillance W/Feds for Now

Sep

2025

License Plate Readers

Flock Stops Sharing Surveillance W/Feds for Now

Flock Safety, a leading provider of automated license plate reading systems, has paused its cooperation with federal agencies due to concerns over data sharing and privacy violations.

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'If It's Red, You Run It,' Texas Constables Warn of Fake Metal Temporary Plates

Sep

2025

License Plates

'If It's Red, You Run It,' Texas Constables Warn of Fake Metal Temporary Plates

Months after Texas banned paper tags, counterfeiters are already producing fake metal temporary plates using sticker wraps, creating new risks for law enforcement.

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Movement Against Police Use of Flock Safety Cameras Gains Momentum in Santa Cruz County

Sep

2025

License Plate Readers

Movement Against Police Use of Flock Safety Cameras Gains Momentum in Santa Cruz County

A growing movement in Santa Cruz County is pushing cities to cut ties with Flock Safety over concerns about its license plate reader surveillance network. Activists cite civil liberties and immigration data risks, while police defend the cameras as a key crime-fighting tool.

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Terry vs Ohio Comprehensive, What You Must Know

Sep

2025

Police

Terry vs Ohio Comprehensive, What You Must Know

Terry vs Ohio

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ICE Can Hack Your Phone Without You Knowing

Sep

2025

Surveillance

ICE Can Hack Your Phone Without You Knowing

The recent contract between ICE and Paragon Solutions grants access to sophisticated spyware capable of infiltrating mobile phones without user consent.

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Flagstaff City Council Postpones Definitive Action on Controversial Flock Cameras

Sep

2025

License Plate Readers

Flagstaff City Council Postpones Definitive Action on Controversial Flock Cameras

The Flagstaff City Council postponed a decision on renewing its contract for Flock Safety's controversial license plate reader cameras after a public hearing dominated by citizen concerns over mass surveillance, data sharing, and privacy rights.

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Privacy Nightmare: Your Doorbell Camera Is Snitching to Insurance Companies

Sep

2025

Surveillance

Privacy Nightmare: Your Doorbell Camera Is Snitching to Insurance Companies

Your smart doorbell camera may be sharing detailed data about your daily life with insurance companies for only minor discounts. Learn about the privacy risks.

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License Plate Fraud: A Jamestown Couple's Story

Sep

2025

License Plates

License Plate Fraud: A Jamestown Couple's Story

A Jamestown, NY couple details their year-long nightmare fighting over $9,200 in fraudulent fines from a counterfeit license plate with their surrendered plate number.

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