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‘Don’t Flock me’: California, U.S. lawmakers debate license plate reader technology | Lookout Santa Cruz

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California lawmakers are discussing new restrictions on automated license plate readers used by police to balance crime-solving benefits with privacy concerns. Critics argue that the technology has been misused, while law enforcement defends its effectiveness in solving crimes.
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‘Don’t Flock me’: California, U.S. lawmakers debate license plate reader technology
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This is a news article that provides a balanced overview of the debate around automated license plate readers in California, but could benefit from tighter phrasing to reduce length.

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