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Flock Safety Under Fire Over Police Misuse | Oakland News
Flock Safety’s license plate camera network is under fire after reports of law enforcement misusing the system—including alleged stalking—prompting CEO apologies and sweeping reforms. The company slashed default data retention from 30 to 7 days, with extensions only allowed via “Evidence Mode” for active investigations. New safeguards include mandatory case codes for searches (with emergency overrides) and customer controls to restrict what outside agencies can query, like limiting to homicide or arson. The CEO warned officers contemplating abuse they’ll be caught, calling for laws to…
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