LAPD Ends Flock Safety Contract Over Privacy and Civil Liberties Concerns

LAPD lets contract with surveillance giant Flock expire

The Los Angeles Police Department is letting its contract with Flock Safety expire due to serious concerns about civil liberties and data privacy. As one of Flock's largest customers, the LAPD cited the need to resolve issues regarding data collection and security before renewing. This move follows similar actions by other cities and highlights growing backlash against license plate surveillance systems that have faced scrutiny for errors and security lapses.

"This contract is not being renewed because of serious concerns around civil liberties and civil rights issues, particularly around privacy and the data that is being collected from these cameras."