Los Angeles Council Votes 9‑6 to Veto LAPD's License Plate Reader Pilot Amid Privacy Concerns
The Los Angeles City Council narrowly voted to veto a planned pilot program for automated license‑plate cameras by the LAPD, following concerns over data security, privacy, and the sharing of informat The Los Angeles City Council narrowly voted to veto a pilot program for automated license‑plate cameras by the LAPD due to privacy concerns and sharing of information with federal agencies. The council argued that a thorough review and oversight body should accompany the installation of any new system to protect citizens' civil liberties. The decision deepens debate over surveillance technology in the city, which had previously allowed the LAPD to use Flock's license‑plates on vehicles but not street lights. The LAPD's use of automated license data has already raised scrutiny after officials revealed that data from Flock had been shared with federal agents. The pilot's outcome will determine whether the technology can operate responsibly while delivering the safety benefits.
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The Los Angeles City Council narrowly voted to veto a planned pilot program for automated license‑plate cameras by the LAPD, following concerns over data security, privacy, and the sharing of informat... [3764 symbols]
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