Pembroke Pines Asks for ALPR Data Rules from State, Feds

Pembroke Pines City Commissioners passed a resolution urging state and federal lawmakers to create legislation governing the collection, use and sharing of data gathered by third-party law enforcement tools, particularly automated license plate readers (ALPRs). The resolution calls for regulations on how ALPR data is collected, retained, used and shared. The City Clerk will send certified copies to the National League of Cities, the Florida League of Cities, the Broward League of Cities, the Broward County Legislative Delegation and members of Florida's Congressional delegation, among others.

The City's Police Chief suspended the city's ALPR program on Sept. 1, 2026, after the Florida Department of Transportation revoked general use permits for ALPRs on state roads Aug. 31, 2026. FDOT cited concerns about misuse, data privacy and surveillance schemes. The Police Chief noted the need for uniform law enforcement standards and clear laws to maintain resident trust. Commissioners also voiced concerns about potential ALPR inaccuracies, unrestricted data sharing, excessive retention periods and the passive tracking of law-abiding residents.

The Commission supports using ALPRs for public safety but emphasizes the need for uniform regulations to balance safety with civil liberties and safeguard data.