Police Surveillance Companies Adapt Amid Contract Cancellations

Why it matters locally: While there's no immediate indication of specific contract cancellations within Nevada, the shift in surveillance technology providers could impact how local law enforcement agencies, such as the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department and the Reno Police Department Public Safety Dispatch, acquire and utilize surveillance tools in the future.

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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.