Georgia man sues Flock, sheriff's office over alleged ALPR-fueled retaliation
A Georgia man has filed a lawsuit against Flock Safety and a local sheriff's office, alleging that automated license plate reader cameras were used to track and monitor him without a warrant, reportedly in retaliation for a prior excessive force lawsuit he brought against the department.
Why this matters: This case puts two serious problems together. First, it shows how ALPR networks can be turned on individuals the government wants to watch, not just suspects in active investigations. Second, the alleged motive is retaliation for suing the police. If true, that means surveillance technology became a tool for punishing someone who used the courts. Flock cameras are now in hundreds of communities. Most residents have no idea who can access their movement data, for what purpose, or with what oversight.
Who should care: Lawyers · Privacy officers · Compliance · Cybersecurity
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