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NC Expands License Plate Surveillance | Wilmington News
North Carolina is rolling out permanent license plate reader cameras statewide — a move that turns a pilot program into a full-scale surveillance network. Law enforcement can now install these Flock cameras anywhere on state roads, capturing tens of millions of plates already. Supporters tout their role in solving crimes and locating missing persons, while critics raise alarms over privacy and government overreach. The state aims to cover every entry and exit point, storing plate data for 30 days to track vehicle movements — all set to be reviewed by lawmakers later this year. Listen in…
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