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NC's License Plate Cameras Spark Privacy Debate | Wilmington News
North Carolina’s rush to deploy thousands of automatic license plate reader cameras is sparking a fierce debate: is this tech a vital tool for catching criminals and finding missing persons—or a silent, statewide surveillance system quietly eroding privacy? While law enforcement touts success stories like stolen car recoveries, critics warn of unchecked data collection, potential misuse, and the chilling effect on personal freedom. With taxpayer dollars pouring in and cameras multiplying across the state, the tension between safety and privacy is heating up—and the conversation? Still too…
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