Automatic License Plate Readers in El Dorado County
Summary
Residents packed public comment to oppose the Sheriff's Flock/Vigilant camera network, calling it mass surveillance that violates the Fourth Amendment. The Sheriff defended the program, citing crimes solved and monthly audits, and no board action was taken.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 10
- Last 30 days
- 10
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 27, 2026.
Impact analysis
About $250,000 a year, paid from state realignment funds rather than the general fund.
Law enforcement investigating crimes, and victims of burglary, trafficking and drug crimes whose cases get solved faster.
Residents who object to warrantless tracking of every vehicle movement by private companies that store the data.
Mentions & discussions (1)
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