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ALPRs Under Fire for Privacy Concerns | Charleston News
Lawmakers are racing to rein in powerful surveillance tech like automated license plate readers, as privacy advocates and even conservative lawmakers unite to protect Fourth Amendment rights. Delegate Evan Hansen’s proposed bill would impose strict limits on ALPR use, requiring clear policies, limiting data collection to law enforcement needs, and mandating rapid deletion of non-essential data. Backed by the Freedom Caucus, the legislation seeks to ban warrantless tracking via ALPRs, facial recognition, and drones — balancing public safety with constitutional safeguards. With bipartisan…
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