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Flock ALPRs Spark Privacy Battle in NC | Durham News
In North Carolina, automated license plate readers from Flock are sparking a privacy firestorm as communities push back—some even removing cameras themselves. Flock’s nationwide database lets law enforcement track vehicles across thousands of cameras, sometimes linking data to federal agencies. Facing mounting pressure, Flock cut its data retention from 30 to 7 days. Counties like Macon and towns like Hillsborough have canceled contracts, but many sheriffs defend the tech as vital for public safety in underserved areas, fueling an ongoing battle between security and privacy. Listen in…
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