DeSantis Orders Plate Reader Shutdown | Tampa News

Governor Ron DeSantis is ordering Florida’s local police to remove license plate reader cameras from state highways within 30 days, citing privacy concerns and the unchecked spread of surveillance tech. While law enforcement touts the cameras for solving crimes and locating missing persons, recent misuse allegations — including tracking ex-partners — have sparked public outcry. Flock Safety responds with new safeguards like mandatory audits and shorter data retention, but critics say these don’t fix the core problem: a searchable record of everyone’s movements. With no new installations approved and legislative action looming, DeSantis warns Florida must avoid becoming a surveillance state. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/67537e7559dd3291