Flock Automated License Plate Reader Cameras
Summary
The city runs five Flock cameras that scan license plates to help catch stolen cars, missing people, and felony suspects. Residents pushed back on privacy, hacking, and misuse risks, and the council asked the police chief to study tighter safeguards like a 7-day data retention limit and annual audits. No decision was made Tuesday.
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Last discussed Sep 1, 2026.
Impact analysis
The system costs $18,000 a year to operate, and replacing a damaged camera runs about $3,000.
Police investigations get a powerful tool — the system has already helped solve attempted murder, stolen vehicle, and homicide cases.
Residents worry the system could be misused to track individuals, and that vendor-level security flaws could expose driver data.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council - Sep 1, 2026
The city runs five Flock cameras that scan license plates to help catch stolen cars, missing people, and felony suspects. Residents pushed back on privacy, hacking, and misuse risks, and the council asked the police chief to study tighter safeguards like a 7-day data retention limit and annual audits. No decision was made Tuesday.
Shakopee City Council defends its five Flock cameras after 'misinformation' causes 'concern' - kare11.com
Shakopee City Council defends its five Flock cameras after 'misinformation' causes 'concern' kare11.com
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