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Edison to roll out dozens of plate readers amid privacy debate
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Fusion42 · 25 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
Edison Township has approved the purchase and installation of 90 AI-powered license plate readers from Flock Safety to reduce crime, amid a local and national privacy debate. The system's deployment follows New Jersey's unique regulatory guardrails limiting data use and retention compared to other states, while state lawmakers propose tighter restrictions.
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You must factor in New Jersey's specific privacy rules for license plate readers when working with public safety tech in the state. Data ownership by municipalities opens doors for local partnerships but tightens data handling requirements.
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