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Flock Cameras and Privacy in Portsmouth | Virginia Beach News
Portsmouth’s police chief defends its 148 Flock cameras, saying no more will be added — but residents remain wary over privacy and misuse. The chief insists the tech targets crime, not individuals, with data deleted after 21 days unless tied to an investigation, and Virginia law strictly limits sharing and retention. Still, skeptics cite the Fourth Amendment and question the tech’s real-world impact. Chief Jenkins warns of zero tolerance for abuse — officers caught misusing cameras face firing and prosecution — while acknowledging the department must do better at explaining how these tools…
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