Flock license plate cameras in Amador County
Summary
The sheriff says the eight-camera system helps solve cases from equipment theft to violent crime, with no facial recognition, no federal sharing, and 30-day data deletion. Critics call it mass surveillance, cite contract and error-rate concerns, and note it was originally approved on consent without public hearing. The board will revisit the contract before renewal in early 2027.
At a glance
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Last discussed Aug 11, 2026.
Impact analysis
Taxpayers fund the cheapest Flock subscription tier; cancellation mid-contract would still require paying out the full contract.
Crime victims and investigators countywide benefit from faster case resolution, and the sheriff argues it deters criminals entering the county.
Residents opposed to mass plate surveillance say their privacy and civil liberties are eroded with no opt-out.
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