Flock Tightens Rules Amid Surveillance Backlash

Flock, a leading provider of police surveillance technology, is implementing new rules to address privacy concerns and misuse of its license plate readers. Officers must now enter a criminal case number before accessing the data, a move intended to ensure searches are legitimate. However, the lack of verification for these numbers raises questions about the effectiveness of this safeguard. Flock is also expanding its automatic auditing system to detect suspicious search activities. These changes come amid a growing backlash against the company's surveillance practices, with some cities dropping contracts and critics calling for more stringent measures.