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Flock camera scandals prompt company to make changes
Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Jeanine Santucci USA TODAY , as published by Waco Tribune-Herald
· August 13, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further information on the updates and the company's efforts to prevent misuse can be found in the Waco Tribune-Herald.
A company behind license plate reader technology is making changes in response to scandals involving its Flock cameras. The updates are intended to address misuse of the technology by police officers. The move comes as law enforcement agencies nationwide continue to utilize the controversial license plate readers.
Details about the specific changes and how they will be implemented are available from the company. Further information on the updates and the company's efforts to prevent misuse can be found in the Waco Tribune-Herald.
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Category: safety ·
Published: August 13, 2026 ·
Source: Waco Tribune-Herald ·
Reading time: 1 min
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