"Flock contracts have quietly spread to cities across the country. But Flock ALPR (Automated License Plate Readers) erode civil liberties from the moment they're installed. While officials claim these cameras keep neighborhoods safe, the evidence tells a different story. The data reveals how Flock has enabled surveillance of people seeking abortions, protesters exercising First Amendment rights, and communities targeted by discriminatory policing."
"From Austin to Cambridge to small towns across Texas, jurisdictions are rejecting Flock contracts altogether, proving that surveillance isn't inevitable-it's a choice. Join EFF's Sarah Hamidand Andrew Crockeralong with Reem Suleiman from Fight for the Futureand Kate Bertash from Rural Privacy Coalition to explore what's happening as Flock contracts face growing resistance across the U.S. We'll break down the legal implications of the data these systems collect, examine campaigns that have successfully stopped Flock deployments, and discuss the real-world consequences for people's privacy and freedom."
Flock ALPR (Automated License Plate Readers) erode civil liberties from the moment they are installed by enabling continuous tracking and data collection. Data shows Flock surveillance has been used to monitor people seeking abortions, protesters exercising First Amendment rights, and communities targeted by discriminatory policing. Many jurisdictions, from Austin to Cambridge and small Texas towns, are rejecting Flock contracts and stopping deployments. Legal implications concern the handling, retention, and use of vehicle location data. Campaigns have successfully halted deployments through public pressure and local bans. EFF is hosting a livestream on February 19 to examine these issues, accessibility accommodations, and follow-up resources.
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