Flock tries to make its cameras harder for cops to misuse

Core Impact Points

• Flock is introducing a new feature that flags 'abnormal search behavior' and locks out suspicious users until an administrator reviews their activity.
• Police officers will now be required to enter case codes to run searches, which is intended to limit personal queries.
• The company is shortening the Automated License Plate Reader data retention period from 30 days to a week, with exceptions for 'cases that take longer'.
• Existing customers can 'keep their current, democratically approved retention periods', while new customers will be subject to the new retention period.
• Flock's CEO, Garrett Langley, has apologized for previous comments that sparked public backlash and has taken a softer approach to addressing concerns.
• The updates aim to curb police misuse and set a new standard for public safety, potentially influencing other companies in the industry.