Flock cameras are officially banned on state roads in Florida

“Florida’s Department of Transportation has revoked all permits for automatic license plate readers (ALPRs) on state roads, effectively banning the use of Flock Safety cameras across the state’s highways. The move, driven by Governor Ron DeSantis and concerns over privacy, misuse, and surveillance, requires police to remove existing cameras within 30 days of August 31. While the ban covers state roads, roughly 98 % of ALPRs remain on local roads and private property, and local sheriffs in Jacksonville and Okaloosa County have pledged to dismantle their systems as well. The decision underscores a growing national debate over the balance between public safety technology and civil liberties, and it could prompt other states to reevaluate their own ALPR deployments. Expert Analysis: This ban signals a shift toward stricter regulatory oversight of surveillance tech in public spaces. If other states follow Florida’s lead, law‑enforcement agencies may need to invest in alternative identification methods, potentially reshaping the market for privacy‑compliant security solutions and altering the cost structure for municipal budgets. ”