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Florida Department of Transportation orders removal of automated license plate readers from state highways
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The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has mandated the removal of all automated license plate readers (ALPRs) from state highway rights of way. Agencies have been given a 30-day deadline to comply with this directive.
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This order changes the operational capabilities of law enforcement agencies that rely on highway-based license plate tracking for investigations and traffic monitoring.
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 leaders and law enforcement following on Tuesday.
Who's Mentioned
OrganizationPolk County Sheriff’s Office“Started removing ALPRs from state rights-of-way”PersonGrady Judd“Polk County Sheriff”PersonDonald Trump“Former President”OrganizationTampa Police Department“Announced removal of 17 ALPRs”OrganizationFlorida Department of Transportation“Issued the removal order”PersonFlorida AG“The Attorney General's office provided comments on the situation.”PersonJames Uthmeier“Florida Attorney General”