Proton Flock Camera Map
A new map created by privacy advocates allows users to search for Flock Safety license plate reader locations by ZIP code. The project, based on leaked data, raises concerns about mass surveillance and the potential for police misuse of vehicle tracking technology.
Why it matters
The tool brings transparency to the widespread use of automated license plate readers, fueling the debate over privacy rights versus law enforcement surveillance capabilities.
You have a right to know who's recording you when you leave home, especially when a private company controls the data and it's unclear how law enforcement uses that information. This map lets you search by ZIP code to see where Flock's license plate readers are located. Use it, make informed decisions about how you move through your own area and whether you need to reach out to your municipal leaders.
A Flock camera photographs each vehicle that passes it, whether or not the driver is suspected of anything. It logs the plate, time, and location. Flock's Vehicle Fingerprint feature also records the make, model, and color, plus details like dents and bumper stickers, so a car can be found even without a readable plate.
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