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The latest on license plate readers

Original summaries and context on automated license plate reader programs, contracts, and laws — sourced and dated, so you can follow the story as it develops.

Sep 3, 2026

Cities that ended their Flock contracts in 2025–2026

Austin, Denver, Evanston, and Oak Park are among the cities that have ended or withdrawn from Flock Safety license plate reader contracts over privacy and data-sharing concerns.

Aug 25, 2026

Which major cities use Flock — and which don't

Flock is the biggest name in license plate readers, but it's far from the only vendor. Here's the vendor breakdown across major U.S. cities, from our documented records.