Flock Cameras Spark Privacy Debate | Rochester News

Flock cameras—automated license plate readers—are multiplying across New York State, sparking a privacy showdown. While police hail them for nabbing criminals, lawmakers like Assemblymember Pamela Hunter are sounding the alarm, arguing these systems violate the Fourth Amendment by tracking everyone’s movements for weeks. Though Flock Safety now recommends seven-day data retention, Hunter wants it slashed to just 48 hours and demands transparent logs of usage. The company hasn’t responded yet, leaving the debate over surveillance vs. safety hanging in the balance. 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/8bb385eb678755d8