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AFBytes briefing

Widespread deployment of automated license plate readers raises questions about data retention and police access that affect everyday driving privacy for residents.

Key entities

  • Dayton
  • Flock
  • Ohio
  • Safety's

What to watch next

  • Monitor city council votes on surveillance technology ordinances for signs of broader regulatory trends.
  • Watch for city council votes on contract renewals or data retention policy changes in the coming months.
Tech yahoo.com · Jun 1, 2026 08:11 UTC

Flock license plate readers face resident pushback

Flock Safety license plate readers have drawn protests in Dayton, Ohio over concerns about widespread data collection. Local residents are organizing against the systems citing risks of mass surveillance.