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Flock Reforms After License Plate Abuse | Birmingham News
Flock, the leading provider of automated license-plate readers, is rolling out major reforms after mounting scrutiny over officer misuse—including tracking ex-partners—prompting at least 50 officers to face charges. The company now mandates case numbers for every scan, slashed default storage from 30 to 7 days, and introduced an “Audit Assistance” tool to flag suspicious patterns. Police departments also gain tighter control over data sharing. While CEO says these moves reflect a commitment to community trust, critics wonder why safeguards weren’t built in from the start—and question whether…
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