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San Francisco PD audit shows Flock cameras accessed on behalf of federal, out-of-state agencies
By KTTV at FOX 11 Los Angeles (KTTV)
· June 19, 2026
· 1 min read
San Francisco’s Flock Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) network has been queried on behalf of out-of-state and federal agencies, validating fears that many privacy advocates have had about the program.
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
The revelation that San Francisco's Flock Automated License Plate Reader network has been accessed on behalf of out-of-state and federal agencies raises significant concerns for Los Angeles residents. As the largest city in the county, Los Angeles has its own network of surveillance technologies, and the potential for similar data sharing arrangements cannot be ignored. The fact that Flock cameras in San Francisco have been queried by external agencies validates long-held fears about the potential for widespread surveillance and erosion of privacy. Los Angeles residents should be aware of the potential risks associated with the use of ALPR technology in their own city, particularly if data is being shared with agencies outside of the state. This development warrants closer scrutiny of Los Angeles' own surveillance policies and data sharing agreements to ensure that residents' privacy rights are being protected.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 19, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 11 Los Angeles (KTTV) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? San Francisco’s Flock Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) network has been queried on behalf of out-of-state and federal agencies, validating fears that many privacy advocates have had about the program.
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