Texas city demands $2M for public records on Flock usage
Cities across the US are imposing exorbitant fees on public records requests regarding the use of Flock AI-enabled surveillance cameras. Critics argue these high costs are a deliberate attempt to stifle transparency and prevent public oversight of police surveillance technology.
Why it matters
The use of AI surveillance by law enforcement is a growing civil liberties concern, and the ability to access public records is essential for accountability.
“Ludicrous” Texas city demands $2M for public records on Flock usage Prices of public records tracking cops’ use of Flock go up as backlash swells.
18 Credit: Justin Sullivan / Staff | Getty Images News Credit: Justin Sullivan / Staff | Getty Images News Text settings Story text Size Small Standard Large Width * Standard Wide Links Standard Orange * Subscribers only Learn more Minimize to nav As bipartisan backlash against Flock grows , some cities are asking anti-surveillance advocates and media outlets to pay eye-popping fees—including charging tens of thousands or even millions—to get information about how police departments are using and potentially abusing AI-enabled camera systems that track every vehicle that passes them.
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