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NC Embraces AI License Plate Surveillance | Raleigh News
North Carolina just made it official: automated license plate readers are now permanently installed across 78% of state roads, scanning every vehicle and building AI-generated profiles stored for up to 90 days. Backed by companies like Flock Safety — which operates 120,000 cameras nationwide — these systems help track stolen cars and fugitives, but critics warn of a dangerous surveillance creep, from immigration enforcement to political monitoring. ACLU and EFF reports reveal misuse during protests and stalking, while wrongful arrests stem from tech errors. With predictive policing creeping…
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