Police Surveillance Companies Adapt Amid Contract Cancellations

Why it matters locally: While no specific local agencies in Alabama have been identified as having contracts with Flock or similar companies, the national trend of cities re-evaluating and potentially changing surveillance technology providers could impact how law enforcement agencies across Alabama consider future technology acquisitions and privacy policies.

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Dozens of cities have ended their contracts with Flock, a company providing surveillance technology. Some of these municipalities are now exploring agreements with other surveillance companies. Privacy experts state that other companies offering similar surveillance technologies present concerns comparable to those raised about Flock. These experts indicate that the fundamental issues surrounding such systems remain regardless of the specific vendor.