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Columbus Cameras Under New Rules | Columbus News
Columbus is rolling back its use of Flock license plate cameras amid growing privacy concerns, slashing data retention from 30 to 7 days, requiring police approval for access, and banning uses like immigration enforcement or protest monitoring—after an audit revealed over 15,000 immigration-related searches. While police chief Elaine Bryant credits the tech with aiding 60% of homicide arrests, she insists every search must have a lawful purpose. Mayor Ginther seeks balance between safety and civil liberties, but critics—including the People’s Justice Project—demand the cameras be removed…
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