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NewsWUSF (NPR Tampa Bay)August 22, 2026Hillsborough

Activists demand Davie cancel automated license plate reader contracts

Activists are rallying in Davie to demand that town officials terminate contracts for automated license plate reader (ALPR) cameras, citing privacy concerns and potential misuse. The groups argue that the technology, specifically systems provided by Flock Safety, facilitates unauthorized surveillance and lacks proper oversight.

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Why It Matters

The rally targets the continued use of surveillance technology in Davie that tracks vehicle movements and shares data across law enforcement agencies, impacting the privacy rights of all residents driving in the area.

Key Facts

  • Activists are rallying to demand the cancellation of ALPR contracts and the removal of cameras in Davie.
  • The rally is scheduled for Saturday at 6:30 p.m. at the intersection of S. University Drive and Nova Drive.
  • Activists claim Flock Safety systems lack a registered contract with the town of Davie.
  • Flock Safety technology allows police to track vehicle movements and access a nationwide database.
  • Law enforcement agencies in 49 states currently share and search data through Flock Safety systems.
  • Activists allege that ALPR systems are inaccurate, prone to data breaches, and lead to wrongful arrests.
  • A Washington Post report identified nearly 50 instances of police officers using camera data for unauthorized purposes, such as tracking romantic partners.

Who's Mentioned

organizationCommunity Redevelopment Agency Board“Local government body targeted by activists.”organizationFlock Safety“Surveillance technology company providing ALPR systems.”organization50501“Activist group participating in the rally.”organizationOccupyFlorida“Activist group participating in the rally.”organizationFlorida Digital Rights Association“Activist group organizing the rally.”locationBroward County“County where ALPR cameras are being used.”organizationDavie Town Council“Local government body targeted by activists.”other50501“Group name.”organizationHope & Action“Activist group participating in the rally.”locationDavie“Town where the rally is taking place and where ALPR cameras are in use.”other49“Number of states where law enforcement agencies use Flock Safety data.”