Mashable2026-09-02 00:15:36

Florida takes sweeping action against license plate readers as cities drop Flock

Florida’s order comes amid a remarkable wave of Flock cancellations, suspensions, and proposed bans across the country.

Summary

The cameras are coming down in Florida. Partially. On Monday, the Florida Department of Transportation officially revoked permission for law enforcement agencies to operate automated license plate readers on state highway rights-of-way.

Police agencies have 30 days to remove them. The order represents one of the broadest government actions yet against ...

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Source: Mashable
Published: 2026-09-02 00:15:36
Author: olivia tauber
Category: technology

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