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Rhode Island Pauses License Plate Cameras | Providence News
Rhode Island’s governor has paused new installations of controversial Flock cameras amid a heated debate over privacy versus public safety, ordering a 60-day review to determine how best to balance surveillance technology with civil liberties. While law enforcement sees these systems as vital for tracking stolen vehicles and suspects, privacy advocates warn of unchecked data collection and potential abuse. Meanwhile, the state also approved a new law letting some drivers skip front license plates, and North Kingstown is considering a ban on pet store sales — though shelters would still be…
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