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Liberty Hill Debates Flock Cameras | Austin News
Liberty Hill is facing a heated public debate over its Flock cameras—automated license plate readers—with their contract set to auto-renew in October unless action is taken. Since 2024, seven cameras have been in use without community consultation, sparking privacy concerns and distrust. At a recent council meeting, residents protested, demanding transparency about data access and usage. Police Chief Jeff Ringstaff defended the cameras as essential for law enforcement, emphasizing strict oversight and control by Liberty Hill PD, while Flock reps touted their role in solving over 2,800 crimes…
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