WSJ Tech News Briefing · Thursday, August 13, 2026
In response to privacy concerns and alleged misuse, Flock Safety is also shortening the data retention period for its vehicle-imaging cameras from 30 days to seven. The company is additionally implementing case codes for all database searches by law enforcement.
“Flock is also requiring case codes for database searches and reducing default data retention from 30 days to seven.”
“The company's cameras photograph passing vehicles to collect license plate and identifying data, while supporters argue they help police reduce crime.”
“Critics warn they violate privacy rights, citing incidents in which officers allegedly used the cameras for stalking.”