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Oregon lawmakers target Flock license plate reader cameras

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6 October 2026

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United States

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Fusion42 · 6 October 2026 · Fusion42 review

Oregon lawmakers plan to introduce legislation to ban AI-powered automated license plate reader cameras statewide, amid concerns over privacy violations and documented misuse by law enforcement. The move follows investigations revealing abuse of surveillance capabilities and growing public demand for privacy protections.

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You must prepare for tighter privacy rules on license plate reader cameras in Oregon as lawmakers prioritize a total ban. Law enforcement and surveillance tech founders will face restricted markets and compliance hurdles starting January.

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