Miami Beach Pushes Back on Plate Reader Ban | Miami News

Governor Ron DeSantis has ordered Florida’s license plate reader cameras off public roads by month’s end, but Miami Beach is fighting back—pushing for continued use as vital crime deterrents. While other cities comply, Miami Beach Mayor Steven Meiner and police chief Wayne Jones argue the tech works, citing a recent arrest thanks to a license plate caught in Coral Gables. Businesses are stepping up to host cameras on private property, and Chief Jones insists there’s been zero misuse since 2013. Still, Commissioner David Suarez demands civilian oversight, and the city commission will review new safeguards on October 14th—balancing privacy with public safety in a heated local debate. 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/dddc832102bf7631