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NewsFOX 13 Tampa BaySeptember 1, 2026Hillsborough

Florida Department of Transportation orders removal of automated license plate readers from state highways

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has mandated the removal of all automated license plate readers (ALPRs) from state highway rights of way within 30 days. State officials and local law enforcement agencies are currently issuing public comments regarding this directive.

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Why It Matters

This order changes the operational landscape for law enforcement agencies that rely on highway-based surveillance technology to track vehicle movements across the state.

Key Facts

  • The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) issued an order to remove automated license plate readers (ALPRs) from state highway rights of way.
  • The removal must be completed within 30 days of the order.
  • The order was issued on a Monday, with comments from state and local agencies following on Tuesday.
  • The directive impacts the use of surveillance technology on state-controlled road infrastructure.

Who's Mentioned

organizationPolk County Sheriff’s Office“Local law enforcement agency removing ALPRs from state roads”personGrady Judd“Polk County Sheriff”personDonald Trump“Former President”organizationTampa Police Department“Local law enforcement agency removing 17 ALPRs”organizationFlorida Department of Transportation“State agency issuing the removal order”personFlorida AG“The Attorney General's office is providing comments on the order.”personJames Uthmeier“Florida Attorney General”