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Rhode Island Pauses ALPR Cameras | Providence News
Rhode Island’s Governor Dan McKee has paused new automated license plate reader installations statewide, ordering a 60-day review to establish clear rules for use and data handling. As towns like Glocester, Narragansett, and Lincoln halt or cancel contracts with Flock Safety, public concerns over privacy are mounting — even as the governor acknowledges the tech’s value in catching criminals. State agencies will assess current deployments and officer training during the review, while Flock Safety introduces accountability updates. McKee plans to push for legislation when lawmakers return…
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