Caldwell County is installing a network of Flock license plate-reading cameras to track vehicles across the area. It’s a major tech upgrade for the sheriff’s office that aims to solve crimes faster but raises some serious questions about your personal privacy.
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Taxpayers are footing the bill for these cameras, which will require ongoing subscription fees and maintenance costs to keep the system running.
Local law enforcement will benefit the most, as they’ll have a powerful new tool to track suspects and solve vehicle-related crimes in real time.
Everyday drivers who value their privacy might feel uneasy knowing their movements are being logged and stored in a police database.
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