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Florida ends permits for Flock cameras on state roads, halting future approvals
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Fusion42 · 1 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
Florida's Department of Transportation has ended permits for Flock license-plate reading cameras on state roads, revoking existing permits and halting future approvals, citing privacy concerns and potential misuse. The move follows criticism from Governor Ron DeSantis about invasive surveillance practices using the technology.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Cybersecurity, and 2 sources have reported it between 26 Aug 2026 and 1 Sep 2026.
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You face a tightened legal environment in Florida for deploying license-plate reading cameras. Removing or avoiding this tech now avoids sudden operational halts and regulatory backlash.
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2 sources · first reported 26 Aug 2026 · latest 1 Sep 2026
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