DeSantis Warns on License Plate Surveillance | US News

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is sounding the alarm over the rapid expansion of automated license plate reader cameras, warning they risk turning the state into a surveillance society. With over 100 law enforcement agencies using the tech to track vehicles and movements, DeSantis argues lawmakers must act fast to protect privacy — echoing his earlier failed push for an AI Bill of Rights. He cites a troubling case where an officer allegedly abused the system to track his estranged wife, underscoring the need for oversight. As debates rage over balancing public safety with civil liberties, New Hampshire’s model — which quickly deletes data unless tied to a criminal investigation — is gaining attention as a potential solution. 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/bc68b64056ca61c0