From Mashable · Olivia Tauber · · 1m
People Fight Flock Cameras
Residents map, protest, and demand removal of Flock cameras across the U.S.
In brief
Residents map, protest, and demand removal of Flock cameras across the U.S. Residents are removing Flock cameras through community action, public records, and petitions after discovering privacy risks. Originally reported by Mashable.
Mapping Flock Cameras
Residents use DeFlock Maps to track license plate readers in their neighborhoods.
“DeFlock Maps pairs city camera maps with local news and meeting calendars.”
Syracuse Contract Gap
Syracuse found Flock shared license plate data with other agencies despite city contracts.
“Syracuse's data was searched 4.4 million times in a year.”
Local Protests
Residents in Saranac Lake canceled Flock cameras after public meetings.
“The board voted 4-1 to cancel the Flock contract.”
Houston Vandalism
Activists vandalized Flock cameras in Houston to demand removal.
“Vandalized cameras were found near Washington Avenue and Westcott.”
Public Records Checks
Residents review city contracts to ensure Flock data isn't misused.
“Central Current found Flock could keep Syracuse data after the contract ended.”
Austin Coalition
Over 30 Austin groups joined to push for Flock camera removal.
“Residents raised concerns at a council work session ahead of a decision.”
National Petitions
The ACLU launched a campaign to ban license plate readers nationwide.
“The campaign asks lawmakers to ban license plate readers or limit federal funding.”
Data Leaks
Hackers removed a Flock camera and copied its stored data.
“Hackers gave journalists a rare look inside Flock's software.”
What Happens Next
Residents are pushing for Flock camera removal through community action.
What it means
Residents are removing Flock cameras through community action, public records, and petitions after discovering privacy risks.
