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Oregon Limits License Plate Readers | Portland News

Oregon just slapped new limits on automated license plate readers, requiring cops to use them only for active investigations, delete data after 30 days, and log every search—while oddly, the tech maker Flock Safety backs the move. Critics say loopholes still exist, citing data breaches and wrongful targeting, while other states like Texas and Washington impose stricter rules or outright bans. Portland keeps using the tech, though with a different vendor, claiming no federal data sharing. It’s a tense balancing act between public safety and privacy. Support the show:Get a discount at…

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