Surveillance Technology
Summary
Lubbock is rolling out a massive network of Flock Safety cameras to track license plates across the city. You can now look up exactly how many of these surveillance devices are watching your specific neighborhood.
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Impact analysis
Taxpayer dollars are funding these camera contracts, which could lead to higher city spending on tech maintenance and data storage.
Local law enforcement gets a powerful tool to track stolen vehicles and solve crimes faster.
Privacy advocates worry that constant tracking of everyday drivers creates a 'surveillance state' vibe that feels like an overreach.
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