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Columbia County’s Flock Camera Transparency | Albany News
Columbia County just launched a public portal to demystify its Flock license plate readers—automated cameras that’ve been active since 2014. The sheriff’s office now lets residents see how the system works, debunk common myths, and track real-world uses like helping recover a stolen car. Crucially, these aren’t facial recognition tools—they only log searches for specific vehicles tied to legitimate law enforcement cases. Data isn’t stored as evidence but as investigative leads, with strict rules on retention, access, and sharing. Two internal auditors monitor usage, reviewing every search to…
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