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Lansing Council Votes to End Flock Cameras | Lansing News
Lansing City Council is poised to scrap Flock cameras—automated license plate readers—after Councilman Ryan Kost argues they’re a dangerous tool ripe for abuse, enabling unchecked surveillance and wrongful identification. The proposed resolution would end current contracts, halt new deals until public input, privacy assessments, and strict data-use rules are in place. As AI-powered tracking tech advances, Kost says he can no longer support it, echoing growing concerns from residents and cities nationwide. These cameras log vehicle details, timestamps, and direction, sparking debates over…
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