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Surveillance Company Flock Now Using AI to Report Us to Police if It Thinks Our Movement Patterns Are "Suspicious"

14

Aug

2025

License Plate Readers

Surveillance Company Flock Now Using AI to Report Us to Police if It Thinks Our Movement Patterns Are "Suspicious"

Flock Safety, a surveillance technology company, has recently expanded its capabilities by integrating artificial intelligence (AI) to analyze movement patterns of individuals, flagging those deemed "suspicious" to law enforcement. This development raises significant concerns regarding privacy, civil liberties, and the potential for misuse of surveillance technologies.

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Driver Insists He Got a ‘Raw Deal' After Being Fined $100 for Going 38mph in a 40mph Zone - He Blames New Law

13

Aug

2025

School Zone Cameras

Driver Insists He Got a ‘Raw Deal' After Being Fined $100 for Going 38mph in a 40mph Zone - He Blames New Law

In Hillsborough County, Florida, Joe Weaver's recent $100 speeding fine has ignited debate over the state's school zone speed camera law, which many drivers perceive as vague and unfair. Weaver, along with others, argues that the law's lack of clarity and operational requirements for signage creates confusion, leading to what they feel are unjust penalties.

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DEA Agent Misuse of License Plate Reader Data

12

Aug

2025

License Plate Readers

DEA Agent Misuse of License Plate Reader Data

A recent incident involving a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) agent in Illinois has raised significant concerns regarding surveillance practices and the potential abuse of power within law enforcement. The agent misused a Palos Heights police officer's login credentials to access a license plate reader database for unauthorized immigration enforcement searches, prompting investigations and discussions about data privacy and accountability.

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