Florida Scraps License Plate Cameras | Tampa News

Tampa police are removing 17 automated license plate readers from state roads as part of a statewide crackdown—30 days to go—after scandals exposed how these “Flock” cameras were misused, including spying on exes and tracking personal lives. While the state bans cameras on highways, local agencies like Pinellas and Hillsborough still have them on city streets or private land, forcing tough decisions. Florida’s AG is pushing for new laws to curb abuse while preserving legitimate uses—like catching criminals or saving lives—without letting data linger in private hands. Some departments are weighing relocation over outright removal, balancing safety with privacy in a high-stakes tech dilemma. 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/868e03a09b9f93be