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Apex Town Council Weighs ALPR Privacy Debate | Raleigh News
In Apex, North Carolina, residents are sounding the alarm over exploding automatic license plate readers — worried about privacy, data misuse, and whether the tech is even needed given local crime stats. The town council is now set to weigh in, with a public safety committee reviewing community concerns and evaluating trust in third-party vendors like Flock Safety. While police cite ALPRs as vital for catching criminals — including in a recent case — critics demand stronger safeguards. The debate boils down to balancing public safety with personal privacy — and the council’s decision could…
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